Many people with diabetes are at risk of developing wounds on their feet that just won’t heal. They’re also at risk of getting hardened arteries in their legs, a condition that can be very painful. These issues are what cause some diabetics and some people with peripheral arterial disease to need amputations. But doctors at Mayo Clinic are using a special boot to help prevent amputations and save limbs.
Please send me information on the circulator boot treatment protocol an how much does it cost. Is it covered by insurance?
We have your question and are looking into getting information for you.
Pneumatic compression treatment gives quick pulses of pressure to help
improve circulation. It can be used to treat arterial and venous disease. Circulator boot is a type of end-diastolic compression. The circulator boot company recently went out of business. As a result,
you will not be able to purchase a circulator boot device for use at your facility. Pneumatic compression treatment is discussed in more detail in our patient education document MC6096.
You may be able use a home pneumatic compression device. The devices for arterial disease typically cost @ $4,000
Because different insurances have different levels of reimbursment, I encurage you talk to the the Mayo business office regarding your questions about cost and insurance coverage.
Since gallgladder surgery two years ago, I have had tremendous swelling of the legs in spite of daily P.T.
My cardiovascular surgeon is recommending that I get pneumatic boots and operate them at home 2 x’s bid. He tried them in his office. Relief but only short term.
Pain is 24/7. Blood clots, etc. have been ruled out.
Pls. send any info you have, studies, safety, etc.
Unfortunately, we cannot diagnose conditions, provide second opinions or make specific treatment recommendations through this correspondence. If you would like to seek help from Mayo Clinic, please call one of our appointment offices (Arizona: 480-301-1735 Florida: 904-953-0853 Minnesota: 507-284-2511). Best wishes to you.