Specialty Foam & Padding

Specialty Foam Pads And Padding For Lymphedema Bandaging

We have specialty foam pads and padding for multi-level compression bandaging for lymphedema. These types of foam are often used to help provide targeted compression in areas that are difficult to treat.

Specialty Foam Pads And Padding Are Often Used For “Complex” Compression Bandaging

In a multi-layer compression bandage for lymphedema, the first layer is typically a stockinette. The next layer is a padding layer, which is designed to apply pressure and break up areas where the lymph fluid is blocked and stagnant.

Specialty foam pads and padding are often used for areas that require more complex bandaging, such as areas that have:

• excess swelling
• fibrosis (thickening, hardening or scarring of the tissue)
• body contours
• uneven bandaging surfaces
• sensitive skin
• specific anatomical areas

Our Selection Of Specialty Foam Pads And Padding For Lymphedema Bandaging

Our selection of specialty foam pads and padding for lymphedema includes:

• SoftCompress foam bandages
• Mobiderm Mobilizing foam bandages
• Mobiderm foam pads
• Sun Glitz foam bandages
• BiaSoft padding bandages
• Cellona Polster adhesive padding
• Bag of foam pad (chips)
• Bag of foam pads (pyramid shape)
• Pre-cut foam pieces for the Klose training program

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FAQs About Specialty Foam Padding For Lymphedema

Specialty foam padding is designed to provide consistent, even compression, with a gentle massaging effect. The padding plays an important role in lymphedema treatment and management, by enhancing lymphatic drainage and reducing swelling.

Below are frequently asked questions about specialty foam padding for lymphedema.

What Is Specialty Foam Padding For Lymphedema

Specialty foam padding is a medical-grade foam that is designed to be placed under compression garments, wraps, and bandages. The padding helps with the treatment and management of lymphedema, by improving lymphatic drainage and reducing swelling.

How Does Foam Padding Help With Lymphedema

Underneath compression garments, wraps, or bandages, foam padding provides a gentle massaging effect, which can improve lymphatic flow, decrease swelling, and soften fibrotic (hard) tissue. Foam padding can also help reduce pressure points, which causes compression to be distributed more evenly.

Is Foam Padding For Lymphedema Comfortable to Wear

Soft and conforming, foam padding usually makes it more comfortable to wear compression garments.

What Types Of Foam Padding Are Commonly Used For Lymphedema Management

We have a wide variety of specialty foam padding, in varying materials, densities, and thicknesses. Our selection of foam padding includes: rolls, pads, shapes, adhesive padding, foam chips, and pre-cut foam pieces for training kits.

Is Foam Padding For Lymphedema Available In Different Thicknesses

Specialty foam padding is available in various thicknesses, to accommodate different compression levels and targeted areas that might require more or less support.

How Is Foam Padding Applied For Lymphedema

For the treatment and management of lymphedema, foam padding is typically placed directly over the area with swelling, and below a compression garment, wrap, or bandage.

Can Foam Padding Be Customized For Individual Needs

We have foam padding available in a variety of sizes, thicknesses, densities, shapes, and configurations. Most of our foam padding can be cut to specific shapes and sizes, which allows you to target specific areas of swelling. We also have pre-cut foam training kits for the Klose certification program.

Can Foam Padding For Lymphedema Be Used By Itself

Foam padding is generally used in conjunction with compression garments, wraps, or bandages, not by itself.

Can Foam Padding For Lymphedema Be Reused

Most types of foam padding for lymphedema are designed to be reused.

How Often Should Foam Padding For Lymphedema Be Replaced

You should replace foam padding when it loses its shape or firmness, shows visible signs of wear (tears, holes, or thinning areas), or seems to be applying less consistent pressure.

For more information about our specialty foam pads and padding for lymphedema, please call (800) 700-1032, or e-mail info@bandagesplus.com.

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Medicare Pays For Lymphedema Products

Please note: Thanks to the Lymphedema Treatment Act, which took effect on January 1, 2024, Medicare began to pay for lymphedema products for those who have Medicare B coverage and meet certain other coverage criteria. Please visit our website page covering the details of the Lymphedema Treatment Act to obtain more information about how Medicare pays for lymphedema garments, wraps, and bandages.