Bio Compression Systems SC-2004-OC Operating Instructions Manual page 4

Guidelines for Treatment
A physician is required to prescribe these settings, but general guidelines are listed
below:
• It is ultimately the physician's responsibility to prescribe the setting and it should be
written on the prescription upon referral. Every patient is unique and communication
with the physician is important when setting the pressure.
• 50 mmHg works well for most patients. However, a different pressure might be
prescribed for your personal need and tolerance.
• Presence of fibrotic tissue may require as much as 80 mmHg in order to soften the
fibrotic tissue and achieve reduction. Once the tissue is soft, the compression can be
readjusted to 50 mmHg.
• Patients with a history of Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), which is controlled with
medication, should never be in a flat position while pumping. They should be in a
reclined position with elevated legs during treatment. Their treatment regimen duration
may be divided into twice a day 30 minutes per treatment.
• Patients with a history of Deep Vein Thrombosis with or without a filter may require
less compression. These patients will generally tolerate 40 mmHg. Patients with a filter
may need to divide their treatment into twice a day, 30 minutes per treatment. It is
suggested that the provider obtain a negative Doppler study from the physician for their
records.
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