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2. Compression garment - Wikipedia

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   A bellyband, wrap, or abdominal binder is a compression garment which resembles a tubetop but worn over the abdomen of expectant mothers. [2] Bellybands are also commonly worn post-childbirth to help provide abdominal and back support thereby making it easier to perform day to day tasks, and to help mothers with their posture.

3. Compression stockings - Wikipedia

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   Compression stockings are constructed using elastic fibers or rubber. These fibers help compress the limb, aiding in circulation. Compression stockings are offered in different levels of compression. The unit of measure used to classify the pressure of the stockings is mmHg. They are often sold in a variety of pressure ranges. [citation needed]

4. Military anti-shock trousers - Wikipedia

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   Military anti-shock trousers (MAST), or pneumatic anti-shock garments (PASG), are medical devices used to treat severe blood loss. The device is usually applied to the patient's pelvis, abdomen, and lower parts of the body and is composed of man-made inflatable air bladders. The device is designed to transfer blood away from the above described ...

5. Meralgia paraesthetica - Wikipedia

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   Causes of compression can be due to tight fitting clothing at the waist, tight belts, or tight seat belts placing pressure on the LFCN. [4] [2] [3] It can also be due to conditions which increase intra-abdominal volume and consequently pressure on the LFCN such as ascites, obesity, [7] and pregnancy.

6. Non-pneumatic anti-shock garment - Wikipedia

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   Obstetrical hemorrhage is heavy bleeding of a woman during or shortly after a pregnancy. Current estimates suggest over 300,000 women die from obstetrical hemorrhage every year with 99% of cases occurring in developing countries; [1] many of these deaths are preventable. Many women in resource-poor settings deliver far from health-care facilities.

7. The best back braces of 2025, according to experts - AOL

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   Sizes: One size fits most | Best for: Fracture, herniated disc, arthritis, post-surgery, sciatica, degenerative disc disease, cervical spondylosis, and sprains | Level of support: Semi-rigid A $90 ...