Purpose of using a shrinker:
- To reduce the amount of fluid or edema in the limb
- Provides graduated compression to help maintain shape of limb.
- To help attain a more ideal size and shape so prosthetic fitting is easier.
How to put on your shrinker:
Compressogrip® Elastic White Shrinker
- Find the middle of the shrinker and place plastic ring there.
- Pull one end of the shrinker up over the knee to high thigh being sure not to move the ring that is in the middle.
- Push plastic ring to the end of the limb.
- Attach strap around waist securely with the Velcro.
- Pull the rest of the shrinker over the limb until it reaches the other end, at high thigh/ groin area.
- The shrinker will fit very snug.
Juzo® Dynamic Flesh tone Shrinker
- Use both hands to gather shrinker, like a sock, to the seam on the bottom and stretching it open.
- With both hands, place shrinker on the end of the limb and slowly guide the shrinker up the limb and over the knee to high thigh.
- Attach strap around waist securely with the Velcro.
- The shrinker will fit very snug.
Wearing Schedule:
- Wear shrinker at all times, when not wearing liner or prosthesis.
Cleaning and Maintenance:
- Shrinker can be hand washed with mild detergent and air-dried.
Things to remember:
- Remember to wear at night.
- Make sure there are no wrinkles in the shrinker