Which edema therapies were used for the patient?

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Controlling limb edema hinges on enhancing venous return and lymphatic drainage with external compression. Compression socks provide constant, graduated pressure that supports the venous system and reduces capillary filtration, helping fluid stay out of the interstitial space. The pneumatic compression boot adds intermittent, higher-pressure cycles that actively mobilize pooled fluid toward the trunk, further promoting edema resolution. Using both modalities together combines steady support with dynamic, enhanced drainage, which is often more effective than either therapy alone.

Diuretics reduce overall body fluid, but they’re systemic and don’t target the affected limb as directly or safely for edema related to venous or lymphatic issues. In this context, the combination of compression socks and a pneumatic compression boot best addresses localized edema.