Effect of HPIPC for the Treatment of Ischemic Ulcers in Subjects With PAD

A Randomized, Controlled Trial to Evaluate High Pressure Rapid Sequence, Intermittent Pneumatic Compression (HPIPC) for the Treatment of Intermittent Claudication, Pain and Ulcer Healing in Subjects With PAD

To evaluate the effects of HPIPC for the treatment of symptoms of PAD

Inclusion Criteria:

• Intermittent claudication >6mo
• Ischemic ulceration or ulcer of mixed (venous) etiology
• ABI < 0.7
• Ambulatory
• Able to comply

Exclusion Criteria:

• Gangrene
• M.I. within 6mo
• Inability to walk
• Wound infection
• Systemic corticosteroids
• HBO, Apligraf, Dermagraft within 6mo
• Falsely elevated ankle to brachial index (ABI)
• Inflammatory condition affecting healing