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The CMS Approach
Compression
Management Services assists each patient on an individual basis,
realizing that swelling is a diverse diagnosis and should be
handled based on your needs and lifestyle. Compression Management
Services will create Personalized Management Program (PMP) using
our unique three-step approach for long-term home maintenance:
Compress, Maintain, Secure.
Compress
The goal in our
first step, Compress, is to stimulate fluid movement and begin to
decrease the size of your extremity. Compression Management
Services can arrange for you to work with an MLD (Manual Lymphatic
Drainage) Therapist to increase fluid movement and begin to help
reduce your swelling. CMS can also provide the use of a Lympha
Press® sequential compression device that can be used in the home,
and at your convenience. Our Patient Care Coordinators will work
with you step-by-step so you are confident with the use and care
of the equipment. To view the equipment associated with this phase
of our approach, please click "Compress".
Maintain
The second step in the CMS Approach is to MAINTAIN what was
achieved during step one, “Compress.” Low stretch bandages are
wrapped around the arm/leg helping to decrease its size and
continue to move the fluid out of the affected area. Our Patient
Care Coordinators will work with a friend or family member to
instruct the proper techniques for applying the bandages. In
addition, CMS can also provide a custom-fit, Contour night-time
appliance or other similar devices to help reduce swelling, even
while at rest so that there is constant stimulation and fluid
movement. To view the equipment associated with this phase of our
approach, please click "Maintain".
Secure
Once CMS
establishes a solid routine of compression and maintenance, and
maximum reduction is achieved, we prepare to SECURE it, the final
phase in the CMS Approach. Securing the extremity means that
maximum reduction has been achieved and you are ready to be
measured for a Custom Compression Garment. A custom-made garment
is measured and properly fitted to the exact contour of your limb
for comfort and compression. These custom garments, worn daily,
along with continued use of the sequential compression device will
help prevent further fluid accumulation and will help provide
positive results.
With the right products, good timing, and helpful teaching, you
can expect dramatic results improving your immediate condition,
quality of life and ability for long-term independent care. To
view the equipment associated with this phase of our approach,
please click "Secure".
If you have specific questions about any of the
products/services that CMS/CCC for Women provides in relation to
your personal insurance plan and how CMS/CCC for Women can assist
you please contact: Lorrie, Billing Liaison, Compression
Management Services/Comprehensive Center for Women by clicking
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