Power Q-1000 Premium compression therapy unit

Accessories can be purchased separately for the device. Various types and sizes of cuffs are available. Choose the cuff suited for the body part to be treated.

Arm, leg, and waist cuffs are designed for their respective body parts. Up to three cuffs can be connected and used simultaneously if health permits.

The arm cuff is especially suitable for treating post-mastectomy arm edema. Leg cuffs are available in lengths up to the knee or thigh. Waist cuffs come as belts or pants for upper thigh, hip, and lower abdomen treatments.

Upper Limb Treatment

Lymphedema in the arm is usually unilateral – one arm cuff is typically sufficient. Athletes may use two arm cuffs to treat both arms simultaneously. Velcro fasteners secure the cuff under the underarm.

Arm Cuff

Measure your arm at the wrist, forearm, and upper arm under the armpit before purchase. Choose size M or L.

M–L Arm cuff: green line and italic value=length in cm; red line and bold value=circumference in cm.

Lower Limb Treatment

First measure your ankle, calf, knee, and thigh. Cuffs reaching to the knee or thigh (M–L–XL) are available. Extensions with zippers can be added if necessary!

Half-height leg cuff

Reaches the knee, suitable for post-thrombotic syndrome treatment (treatment starts 3–4 months after thrombosis). Should only be used for edema up to ankle/foot; longer cuff needed for higher edema.

Thigh-length leg cuff

Ideal for lymphedema, lipedema, varicose complaints, post-thrombotic states, and muscle regeneration. Usable individually or in pairs, and expandable.

H=half-length; M–L–XL=thigh length; green line and italic value=length in cm; red line and bold value=circumference in cm.

Waist, buttock, and abdominal treatment

Pants and belt cuffs are available for the upper thigh, hip, buttock, and abdomen. These cuffs are needed if lymphedema reaches thigh level. Also suitable for cosmetic treatments like cellulite and cavitation.

Pant Cuff

Fully surrounds the thigh, buttock, and lower abdomen. Triple zipper offers a wide size range (small–medium–maximum). Built-in airhose; no additional purchase needed.

Belt Cuff

Belt-shaped with Velcro fastening. Less effective than pant cuff but more affordable. Suitable for lymphedema and aesthetic treatments (cellulite).

P=pant; M–L=belt cuff; green line and italic value=length in cm; red line and bold value=circumference in cm.

Cuff Combinations

Sometimes simultaneous use of multiple cuffs is recommended. Contraindicated in heart failure, infarction, cardiomyopathy, or untreated hypertension.

The Power Q-1000 Premium provides all settings medically recommended for home maintenance treatment of lymphedema, varicose veins, and post-thrombosis conditions.

The device has 6 programs (A1-A2-B-C-C-D-E).

A1, C, and E programs are used for treating lymphedema, varicose veins, and post-thrombotic states.

A1 is the mildest, C the strongest, and E intermediate. Start with A1; only switch if results are insufficient.

A1, C, and E programs work bottom-up: first inflating the lowest chamber, then the next.

The A2 program works in reverse (top-down) and should never be used for lymphedema or varicose veins. It is recommended in certain stages of peripheral arterial disease and postoperative conditions to improve microcirculation.

The inflated chamber pressure compresses underlying tissues, "squeezing out" edema (in lymph vessels).

The menu system is user-friendly. You can save settings, so next time you only need to press "start".

It's especially important that chamber pressure is individually adjustable for optimal leg lymphedema treatment.

Treatment time can be set between 5 and 99 minutes. The device stops automatically after time expires.

Treatment Guidelines

Follow your doctor's or therapist's instructions.

General guidelines:

The aim is to improve blood and lymph circulation without excessive pressure; high pressure is not recommended.

Start initial treatments with the A1 program.

Set pressure so the lowest chamber has the highest pressure, decreasing upwards (e.g., 60-50-50-50-40 mmHg). Studies show this achieves the best results for lower leg lymphedema.

Maintain each pressure for 13-15 seconds, allowing one full cycle per minute. Longer hold times ensure more effective lymphedema treatment.

Begin with a 20-minute treatment.

Monitor the treatment effect; if needed, increase to 30 minutes. Frequent 30-minute treatments are better than occasional longer ones. Daily total treatment shouldn’t exceed 120 minutes.

Be patient. Evaluate effects after 3-4 treatments; avoid changing settings after each treatment.

Recommended Settings

Device Setup Steps

Watch the video guide:

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Risks of Incorrect Use

For lymphatic and venous circulation, applying 30-60 mmHg pressure is sufficient. International studies recommend this range.

Higher pressure may cause micro-injuries, potentially hardening edematous tissues and worsening the condition. Avoid aggressive high-pressure treatments.

Patients with heart disease, heart failure, cardiomyopathy, or post-infarction require caution: never exceed 40-50 mmHg and use only one cuff at a time to avoid heart overload.

Avoid direct treatment of tumor tissue, as it may promote spread. However, legs with thyroid cancer can be treated safely.

Expected Results

• Reduced swelling: Effectively reduces limb edema.
• Pain relief: Eases discomfort from swelling and venous insufficiency.
• Improved mobility: Increases joint range of motion by reducing swelling and stiffness.
• Complication prevention: Lowers risk of venous ulcers and thrombosis susceptibility.

Recommended Duration of Use

Frequency and duration depend on condition and individual factors. Treatments usually last 20-60 minutes and may be repeated daily if needed. For optimal results, use regularly over several weeks. Consult a lymphoedema specialist for a personalized plan.

Contraindications and Precautions

Compression therapy is not suitable in some cases and requires caution and lower pressure in others.

Contraindications:

• Severe peripheral arterial disease (PAD): High pressure may be harmful.
• Severe heart failure: Fluid shifts can be dangerous; treatments must be limited and cautious.
• Active DVT: Compression may dislodge clots; absolutely contraindicated.
• Acute skin infections (e.g., erysipelas): Massage can spread pathogens and worsen inflammation.

Use with caution:

• Post-lymph node removal edema (e.g., after Wertheim surgery) requires specialist supervision.
• Abdominal swelling related to tumors only under oncologist guidance.
• Heart diseases and hypertension require extra caution: use one cuff at low pressure (40-50 mmHg) and prefer longer sessions over increasing pressure.