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Can i use a thigh compression sleeve for my upper left thigh hematoma?

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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

Yes: You can use provided you don't wear it too tightly or for too long a period of timr.

Answered 8/26/2012

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A member asked:

Can i use a thigh compression sleeve for my upper left thigh hematoma?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

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