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doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.1991.tb03263.x.
Compression therapy of the legs. A review
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- DOI: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.1991.tb03263.x
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Compression therapy of the legs. A review
J Dermatol Surg Oncol.
1991 Oct.
Abstract
Compression therapy is a powerful method for the treatment of all sorts of swollen extremities. Its effects depend on several factors, including: underlying disease, exerted pressure and body position, and compression material.
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