If anyone has an opinion on the machines already listed or uses another machine not listed here, please write a comment stating your thoughts at the bottom of the page. I will add to this list as more are purchased through links on this site. Here is a rundown of some of the SCD machines bought from visitors to this site.
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a life threatening health issue and should be taken extremely seriously. If a physician is recommending you to get one, it will be worth the investment regardless of how much you spend. If this is something that will be used for your health and not just as a luxury item, I would consider spending more. The price ranges anywhere from as low as 40 dollars all the way up to several hundred dollars. The more expensive the product, the higher quality it will be. Of course, as is with almost anything, you get what you pay for.
What is Your Budget?įirst of all, what is your budget? How much you are willing to spend will greatly influence which sequential compression device is right for you. Click on one of the links to be redirected to amazon where you can find out more information about them before making a purchase. Note that these are products that I do not own personally, but I have done my own research about them. Read on to find out more information on the machines previously purchased from visitors to this site. I have gotten a few requests on where to find these devices and prices so here are some links where you can purchase them online for anyone who is interested. Your Budget SCD by Air Relax Amzdeal Leg Massager What Sequential Compression Device (SCD) Should You Buy? This just goes to show you how important these sequential compression devices really are. They just recently made it a rule that almost everybody has to use them even if they are at a low risk of forming blood clots.
Wearing them sometimes is better than not at all.Īt the hospital where I am currently employed, they are very strict about patients using them. If they still don't want to wear them, just make a deal with them to wear them for a few hours and then take a break for a few hours. If they aren't familiar with blood clots, explain to them that they can cause many complications and can even be life threatening. If your patient can't stand to wear them, try to explain that they are very good at preventing blood clots. I have learned that there are patients who absolutely love wearing them and patients that despise them.
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