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Take-home Sequential Compression Device
The VPulse from Breg is a 3-in-1 DVT prevention system
that uses cold therapy, wound compression and sequential
compression to help prevent blood clots in patients recover-
ing from surgery at home while also relieving pain and
inflammation. In addition to being a take-home sequential
compression device, the system includes motorized cold
therapy with accompanying water bottles, so patients can
ice their surgical site without the hassle of switching out ice
cubes or gel packs. The VPulse also features a removable
data card, which records patient compliance for physician monitoring. The company says it hopes to
reduce hospital DVT-related readmissions after total joint surgery, especially as bundled payments
become the norm.
An App to Engage With Patients
Before and After Surgery
The Twistle App (twistle.com) interacts with patients pre- and
post-operatively, and lets physicians monitor recovery remotely.
Physicians can set up programs to ask patients specific care
questions, depending on the procedure. After the patient down-
loads the app, they'll receive prompts before surgery asking them
the compliance questions, like if they've used their CHG wipes that
day. After surgery, the app can send patients follow-up questions
about their pain, can sync to their Fitbit monitors to track post-op
activity and can even let patients snap photos of their surgical
wounds so docs can see how they're healing.
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