A common problem presented by our veterans is peripheral vascular disease manifested by venous stasis ulcers. To date, three patients have been discharged from Surgical Service on the sequential circulator, following seven to 10 days of hospitalization, compared to a historical length of stay of 30 to 60 days. Utilization of the sequential circulator is spreading from the Surgical Service to Medical Service. Additional units have been acquired to meet patient demands. The sequential circulator reduces edema and pain experienced by the patient.
Patient compliance is extraordinary because the therapy is soothing and quite comfortable.