Medical conditions

For any of the following medical conditions or if you have a medical condition not listed you must seek professional medical advice before proceeding with your order.

General Information

On your way to the checkout, we just need to check a few things to ensure our products are appropriate for you. If you are purchasing a package for somebody else, please ensure that you have considered all the conditions and if you are unsure please seek professional medical advice or contact the team. 

Leg, Hip and Arm Compression Therapy

This product is not suitable for anyone with cognitive impairment, learning disabilities or communication barriers. If the intended user is under the age of 18, you must seek approval from a suitably qualified medical practitioner before use.

Medical conditions

If you would answer yes to any of the following questions please seek the advice of a medical practitioner or professionally qualified person before proceeding with your order:

- Do you have acute pulmonary edema?

(abnormal buildup of “fluid in the lungs)

- Do you or have ⁠acute thrombophlebitis?

(a medical condition where a blood clot forms in a vein, causing inflammation and potentially blocking blood flow)

- Do you have a congestive cardiac failure?

(a sudden, life-threatening condition where the heart can't pump enough blood to meet the body's needs, resulting in a buildup of fluid in the lungs and other parts of the body)

- Do you have acute infections?
(rapid onset diseases that usually resolve on their own or with treatment within a few weeks)

- Do you have a medical condition which may worsen through the application of cold?
(for example multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, spinal cord injury, clotting abnormalities, peptic ulcer)

- Have you ever had deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolus, or any symptoms of deep vein thrombosis?
(please consult your GP or surgeon of your intention to use this machine and the risks associated with deep vein thrombosis. For more information on deep vein thrombosis check this link courtesy of the NHS)

- Do you have episodes of pulmonary embolism?
(occurs when a blood clot, often originating in the legs (a deep vein thrombosis or DVT), dislodges and travels to the lungs, blocking an artery)

- Do you have any open or existing wounds or lesions?

- Do you have a tumour near the site of application?

- Do you have a bone fracture or dislocation near the site of application?

- Do you have a skin condition?
(for example dermatitis, vein ligation, gangrene, skin graft in the intended therapy area)

- Are you pregnant?

- Have you suffered or are you suffering back pain?