Alp boots?
Posted By: Margaret on 2007-07-13
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Subject: Alp boots?
I have heard this more than once- they are referring to the sequential compression devices they put on the patient's legs, but I have never been able to find the term anywhere. Does anyone out there know if it is Alp boots or ALP boots? Thanks!
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pneumo boots is just short for pneumatic compression boots. nm
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Right, but is it just pneumo boots?
Subject: Right, but is it just pneumo boots?
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No- pneumatic compression boots
Subject: No- pneumatic compression boots
they are referred to as "pneumo boots" - I think that is correct, but just wondering if anyone else can confirm
SCD boots, (sequential compression device) nm
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Subject: pneumo boots? Pneumoboots-capped?
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google "Currie Medical Specialties" and you will find ALP boots. /nm
Subject: google "Currie Medical Specialties" and you will find ALP boots. /nm
Yep, waffle boots is correct. Type of night splint to offload pressure on the heels.
Subject: Yep, waffle boots is correct. Type of night splint to offload pressure on the heels.
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