Textile-based compression therapy is used in a range of applications, such as for athlete and sport recovery, enhanced proprioception, compression spacesuits, and in the management of chronic diseases. This book provides an overview of compression devices and products, testing methods to measure the properties of materials used in compression devices, and design considerations based on dynamic body measurements. It also includes a model for predicting pressure and details the challenges in applying compression for various applications.
Chapters in this book:
- Discuss the science behind compression therapy
- Delve into the materials used in compression devices and products and assesses their performance based on their properties and structure
- Cover theoretical modeling to predict the pressure exerted by compression devices on the human body
- Consider compression textile design based on dynamic body measurements
This book is aimed at professionals and researchers in textile engineering, materials engineering, biotechnology, and the development of textile-based compression devices and products, and at such medical practitioners as phlebologists.
Author(s): Nimesh Kankariya, René M. Rossi
Series: Textile Institute Professional Publications
Publisher: CRC Press
Year: 2023
Language: English
Pages: 189
City: Boca Raton
Cover
Half Title
Series Page
Title Page
Copyright Page
Table of Contents
Series Preface
Foreword
Editors
Contributors
Chapter 1 Overview of Compression Therapy
1.1 Historical Developments in Compression Therapy
1.2 Compression Therapy: Action and Modalities
1.2.1 Bandages
1.2.1.1 Based on Material Performance
1.2.1.2 Based on Elasticity
1.2.1.3 Based on Extensibility
1.2.1.4 Based on Layers and Components
1.2.1.5 Adhesive and Cohesive Bandage
1.2.2 Stockings
1.2.3 Pneumatic Compression Devices
1.2.3.1 Based on Complexity of Device
1.2.3.2 Based on Inflatable Sleeves Encircled around the Lower Leg
1.3 Contradictions and Challenges to Compression Therapy
1.4 Market Trends in Compression Products
References
Chapter 2 Materials and Structure of Compression Bandages and Stocking Devices
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Functional Requirements in Compression Bandages and Stockings
2.3 Material for Compression Bandages and Stockings
2.3.1 Fiber and Yarn
2.3.2 Fabric
2.4 Bandages Construction
2.5 Stocking Construction
2.6 Properties of Bandage and Stocking Fabrics
2.6.1 Tensile Property
2.6.2 Frictional Property
2.7 Influence of Material and Structure on Pressure Development and Decay
2.8 Challenges
2.9 Conclusion
References
Chapter 3 Mechanical Properties of Compression Garments
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Effect of Elasticity on Compression
3.3 Multi-axial Stress Relaxation
3.4 Layering Effect
3.5 Compression Efficacy
3.6 Discussion
3.7 Conclusion
References
Chapter 4 A Model for Compression Textile Design Based on Dynamic Female Lower Body Measurements
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Anatomy of the Lower Body
4.3 Anthropometry of the Lower Body
4.3.1 Advances in Dynamic Measurements of the Lower Body
4.4 Dynamic Anthropometry Data Description
4.4.1 Population
4.4.2 Data Description
4.4.3 Dynamic Anthropometry Results
4.5 Body–Product Relationship Design Models and Application
4.5.1 Case Study One: Application of Anthropometric Data to 2D Pattern Design to a Compression Brief
4.5.1.1 2D Pattern Development
4.5.1.2 Dynamic Pattern Shape Comparison
4.5.2 Case Study Two: 3D Application of Data to Knit Structure Design on Compression Therapy Shorts
4.5.2.1 Garment Construction and Knit Design
4.6 Conclusion and Future Directions
References
Chapter 5 Compression Clothing and Body Deformations Through High-speed 4D Scanning
5.1 Introduction
5.2 3D Technology for Evaluating Compression Garments
5.3 Methodology for 4D Body Scanning and Evaluating Compression Socks Through Virtual Models
5.4 Results and Discussions
5.5 Conclusions
5.6 Future Trends
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 6 Materials and Design of Pneumatic Compression Devices
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Bladder
6.2.1 Sealing Methods
6.3 Air Pump Unit
6.4 Connecting Tubes
6.5 Conclusion and Future Directions
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 7 Thermal Comfort of Compression Textiles
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Human Thermoregulation and Heat Exchange Mechanisms
7.3 Measurement Methods to Assess the Thermal and Moisture Transfer Through Textiles
7.3.1 Fabric Tests
7.3.2 Body and Body Part Models (Manikins)
7.4 Heat and Moisture Transfer Properties of Compression Fabrics and Garments
7.4.1 Fabrics Properties
7.4.2 Heat and Moisture Transfer in Garments
7.4.3 Optimization of Heat and Moisture Transfer in Garments
7.5 Future Trends: Optimization of the Thermal Comfort and the Wearability
7.5.1 Active Textiles
7.5.2 Sensing Textiles
7.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 8 Models and Simulations to Predict the Pressure on the Lower Limb Generated by Compression Devices
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Principles of Compression Therapy
8.2.1 Pascal’s Law
8.2.2 Laplace’s Law and Modification
8.3 Models for Pneumatic Compression Device
8.4 Lower Leg
8.4.1 Landmarks and Dimensions
8.4.2 Tissue Properties and Tissue Deformation
8.5 Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 9 Pressure Sensors to Measure Interface-Pressure
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Flexible Substrates for Pressure Sensors
9.3 Physical Principles for Pressure Sensing
9.3.1 Piezoresistive Sensors
9.3.2 Piezoelectric Sensors
9.3.3 Triboelectric Pressure Sensor
9.3.4 Capacitive Sensors
9.3.5 Optical and Multimaterial Fibers
9.3.5.1 Change in Diameter
9.3.5.2 Functionalization
9.3.6 Pneumatic Sensors
9.4 Textile Integration of Pressure Sensors
9.5 Overview of Existing/Commercial Sensors
9.6 Current Research and Future Trends
9.7 Conclusion
Abbreviations
References
Chapter 10 Applications in Medical, Sports, and Athletes
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Prevention and Treating of Chronic Venous and Lymphatic Disorders
10.3 Hypertrophic Scars Management
10.4 Compression Textiles for Orthopedic Support
10.5 Compression Therapy after Plastic Surgery
10.6 Compression Sportswear
10.7 Conclusion
References
Chapter 11 Efficacy of Compression Garments in Medical and Sports Applications
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Effectiveness of Compression Garments as Medical Therapy
11.2.1 Evidence for the Effects of Compression Garments in Treating and Preventing Venous Disease
11.2.1.1 Deep Vein Thrombosis
11.2.1.2 Venous Leg Ulcers
11.2.1.3 Edema
11.2.2 Evidence for the Effects of Compression Garments in Treating Burn Scars
11.2.3 Comments and Recommendations for Further Research
11.3 Effectiveness of Compression Garments in Sports
11.3.1 Evidence for the Effects of Compression Garments on Exercise Performance
11.3.1.1 Hemodynamic/Cardiodynamic Effects
11.3.1.2 Mechanical Effects
11.3.1.3 Neuromuscular Effects
11.3.1.4 Thermal Effects
11.3.1.5 Psychological Effects
11.3.2 Evidence for the Effects of Compression Garments on Post-exercise Recovery
11.3.3 Pressure Levels of Sports Compression Garments
11.3.4 Comments and Recommendations for Further Research
11.4 Conclusions
References
Chapter 12 Applications of Textile-Based Compression for Human Spaceflight and Extraterrestrial Surface Exploration
12.1 Introduction
12.1.1 MCP EVA Suits
12.1.2 Mechanical-Loading Countermeasure Garments
12.2 EVA Suits Using Compression Textiles
12.2.1 Compression for Very Low-Pressure or Vacuum Environments
12.2.2 MCP as an Alternative to GP EVA Suits
12.2.3 MCP EVA Suits
12.3 Countermeasure Garments Using Compression Textiles
12.3.1 The Need for Countermeasures
12.3.2 Orthostatic Intolerance Garments
12.3.3 Countermeasure Suits for Re-weighting the Body
12.4 Outlook
Acknowledgment
Note
References
Index
