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- Rebecca Elwell and Jane Wigg.
- Macmillan Lymphoedema Nurse Specialist, University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trustx.
- Br J Community Nurs. 2015 Apr 1; Suppl: S30, S32, S34-6.
AbstractThis article discusses the use of Microfine toe caps (Haddenham, UK) for the treatment of digit swelling. It will discuss the indications and contraindications of the device and offers some case studies where toe caps have been used in clinical practice. The use of the Microfine toe cap offers an alternative to toe bandaging, has many different applications and can be safe and time-saving to apply when used appropriately following a full and holistic assessment.
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