Deep vein thrombosis or DVT is a medical condition in which blood clots form in a deep vein of an individual. Deep vein blood clotting might occur anywhere in the body. It usually occurs in the thighs and lower legs. Swelling, cramping, elevated temperature of the affected area, and discoloration are some of the common symptoms of DVT.
A DVT prevention machine is an air compression therapy device normally used to treat this condition. It is specifically designed to prevent deep vein thrombosis in individuals, thus controlling the incidence of serious medical consequences such as pulmonary embolism. A DVT prevention machine utilizes pressure force to enhance blood flow in the limb venous system to prevent blood clotting in acute hospital care.
Advantages of the DVT Prevention Machine
The DVT prevention machine is specifically designed to enhance the overall circulatory flow throughout the body, preventing blood coagulation. So it ultimately prevents the incidence of embolism.
. Improved Microcirculation
A DVT prevention machine systematically helps in improving microcirculation in the body to prevent the formation of blood clots in individuals.
. Smooth Circulatory Pressure
As stated above, the function of the DVT prevention machine is to improve the overall circulatory flow. The air from the machine inflates and deflates in the calf sleeves in a systematic sequence to develop a circulatory pressure on the body upon functioning.
Applications of the DVT Prevention Machine
The ability of this machine is to enhance microcirculation and smooth the circulatory pressure. It finds its wide application in hospitals where patients at the risk of embolism and thrombosis can prevent themselves from any unwanted condition.
In a hospital acute setting, a DVT prevention machine is used to prevent deep vein thrombosis. It also addresses acute and chronic edema (water retention in the body due to an injury or organ defect in patients). Patients with extreme pain due to surgery, trauma, venous insufficiency or stasis, and leg ulcers can also benefit from a DVT compression machine.
What to Consider While Choosing a DVT Prevention Machine?
A quality DVT prevention machine must have the following characteristics to make sure it is getting utilized at its best:
1. Rechargeable Battery
A DVT prevention machine needs to have a rechargeable battery to ensure the sequential inflation and deflation of the sleeve is not interrupted. It is essential for allowing the smooth flow of blood throughout the circulatory system. Typically, lithium batteries of around 9000 mAh are used.
2. Time of Durance
DVT compression devices come with a specific interval and hold time. The interval time starts after the pressurization of the legs. It is used for vein refilling in the legs, and the controller is used to restart pressurizing the chambers after this time. Make sure the interval time is more than 10 seconds and lasts for a minute to the maximum in a DVT compression machine. Similarly, notice the hold time, which usually lasts for 10 seconds.
3. Compression Modes
A reliable DVT machine comes with different modes that together pave the way for the smooth and efficient flow of blood in the circulatory system. It usually involves an operation mode, which is used for pressurizing the cuffs. In the lymph node, the controller activates the lymph nodes of the cuffed area, pressurizing them. The interval time will initiate after the compressed body area is pressurized. In the interval mode, the interval time will gradually refill the veins and restart the pressurization cycle. 40-150 mmHg pressure is applied.
4. Operation
The controller of the DVT machine should come with easy-to-use functions for mode setting and pressuring. An LCD is helpful in the successful monitoring of the different modes, inflation and deflation, real-time pressure, and time.
5. Quality
Also, check the quality of the things used in making the DVT prevention machine to ensure longevity. Standard accessories that come with a quality DVT prevention machine include:
- Connection hoses (both single and double head).
- A power cord for recharging.
- A pothook.
Disposable sleeves for different body areas such as the thigh and foot might also be available.
Product recommendation
The LGT-2200DVT from Longest comes with four compression modes ideally set to provide maximum protection against blood clot formation in the legs and pulmonary embolism. Adjustable pressure and time interval setting maximize its efficiency.
With its reliable recharging battery, it can function with a battery life of a long time. What’s more, it comes with multiple cuff sleeves designated for different areas to provide efficient inflation and deflation. Accurate monitoring of the time and pressure is also possible.
Conclusion
With all the highly functioning features that make this product one of the best in the market, Longest takes pride in being the manufacturer of LGT-2200DVT. It is a device specifically built to prevent deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary problems embolism with improved microcirculation and circulatory pressure.
Guangzhou Longest Science and Technology Co., Ltd. is one of the top manufactures of rehab and physiotherapy appliances. They are a quality physiotherapy appliance supplier, given their strict medical quality standards and attention to detail. Their professional service teams have successfully provided robust development advancements in the rehabilitation therapy industry, winning the customers’ pride for years, nationally and internationally.
