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Diagram showing JOBST 'Micro-massage' technology.

Micro-Massage Technology

Multiple pressure points are designed to stimulate lymph flow and soften fibrotic tissue. 

JOBST® PitPak

JOBST PitPaks are designed to locally increase pressure for patients with hard fibrotic tissue due to lymphedema. The cherry pits create multiple pressure points when used under compression and are designed to stimulate lymph flow and soften fibrotic tissue.

JOBST PitPaks are designed to locally increase pressure in areas with hard fibrotic tissue due to lymphedema. The cherry pits create multiple pressure points when used under compression and are designed to stimulate lymph flow and soften fibrotic tissue. 

They are available in the following variations: 

  • Round — Round PitPaks have multiple uses where progressive tissue change is needed. Their small size allows them to be used in smaller areas.
  • Oval — A versatile and simple item to use, the oval JOBST PitPak could be considered for multiple places that need special attention (e.g., the ulnar aspect of the forearm).
  • Dorsum – The dorsum JOBST PitPak features 3 channels with a loose fill of cherry pits to address fibrosis of the dorsum of the hand or foot.
  • Crescent — Crescent JOBST PitPaks follow the body's natural curves and are designed to address stubborn woody fibrosis in areas such as the base of the toes and the inferior aspect of the breast.
  • Half Circle — A half-circle JOBST PitPak consists of multiple rows of cherry pit channeling and can be used in the submandibular region on patients with head and neck edema.
  • Rectangle — The rectangle JOBST PitPak features multiple rows of cherry pit channeling and may be useful in various areas.
  • Inframammary — The inframammary JOBST PitPak is an elliptical pad of single-row cherry pits for the inferior aspect of the breast.
  • Fully-Channeled Cylinder – Fully channeled cylinder JOBST PitPaks are designed to be used under compression to soften circumferential woody or long-standing fibrosis. This product has multiple single rows of cherry pits sewn around the entire garment
  • Half-Channeled Cylinder  — Half-channeled cylinder JOBST PitPaks are designed to be used under compression to soften circumferential woody or long-standing fibrosis. Multiple single rows of cherry pits are sewn into half of the width of this product.
  • Tapered Strip – Two channels of loose fill cherry pits comprise the tapered strip JOBST PitPak which can be used for the lateral forearm.

JOBST PitPaks should only be used under the supervision of a qualified therapist or similar medical professional. They are available ready-to-wear off the shelf offering convenient choices.

JOBST® PitPak

JOBST PitPaks are designed to locally increase pressure for patients with hard fibrotic tissue due to lymphedema. The cherry pits create multiple pressure points when used under compression and are designed to stimulate lymph flow and soften fibrotic tissue.

JOBST PitPaks are designed to locally increase pressure for patients with hard fibrotic tissue due to lymphedema. The cherry pits create multiple pressure points when used under compression and are designed to stimulate lymph flow and soften fibrotic tissue.
Diagram showing JOBST 'Micro-massage' technology.

Micro-Massage Technology

Multiple pressure points are designed to stimulate lymph flow and soften fibrotic tissue. 

JOBST PitPaks are designed to locally increase pressure in areas with hard fibrotic tissue due to lymphedema. The cherry pits create multiple pressure points when used under compression and are designed to stimulate lymph flow and soften fibrotic tissue. 

They are available in the following variations: 

  • Round — Round PitPaks have multiple uses where progressive tissue change is needed. Their small size allows them to be used in smaller areas.
  • Oval — A versatile and simple item to use, the oval JOBST PitPak could be considered for multiple places that need special attention (e.g., the ulnar aspect of the forearm).
  • Dorsum – The dorsum JOBST PitPak features 3 channels with a loose fill of cherry pits to address fibrosis of the dorsum of the hand or foot.
  • Crescent — Crescent JOBST PitPaks follow the body's natural curves and are designed to address stubborn woody fibrosis in areas such as the base of the toes and the inferior aspect of the breast.
  • Half Circle — A half-circle JOBST PitPak consists of multiple rows of cherry pit channeling and can be used in the submandibular region on patients with head and neck edema.
  • Rectangle — The rectangle JOBST PitPak features multiple rows of cherry pit channeling and may be useful in various areas.
  • Inframammary — The inframammary JOBST PitPak is an elliptical pad of single-row cherry pits for the inferior aspect of the breast.
  • Fully-Channeled Cylinder – Fully channeled cylinder JOBST PitPaks are designed to be used under compression to soften circumferential woody or long-standing fibrosis. This product has multiple single rows of cherry pits sewn around the entire garment
  • Half-Channeled Cylinder  — Half-channeled cylinder JOBST PitPaks are designed to be used under compression to soften circumferential woody or long-standing fibrosis. Multiple single rows of cherry pits are sewn into half of the width of this product.
  • Tapered Strip – Two channels of loose fill cherry pits comprise the tapered strip JOBST PitPak which can be used for the lateral forearm.

JOBST PitPaks should only be used under the supervision of a qualified therapist or similar medical professional. They are available ready-to-wear off the shelf offering convenient choices.

Product options

Style

Crescent

Crescent

Cylinder

Cylinder

Oval

Oval

Half-Circle

Half-Circle

Round

Round

Inframammary

Inframammary

Rectangle

Rectangle

Dorsum

Dorsum

Tapered Strip

Tapered Strip

Color

Ivory

Sizes

XS, S, M, L, XL

How to use the product


To use JOBST PitPak :
1. Position the JOBST PitPak on the affected area and apply gentle pressure, carefully avoiding the pad's incorrect positioning.   Avoid building up too much pressure.>2. Begin with an application of max. 15 minutes under light compression to assess the situation.
3. Closely monitor the condition of the skin and correct positioning of the pad, when extending the application.

Other recommendations: Consult your Healthcare Professional for the correct selection, application, and use of JOBST PitPak.

How to care for the product

To clean JOBST PitPak, handwashing once a week is recommended or when it's soiled. For this purpose, you can machine wash the garment in warm water (up to 30°C) with mild detergent. Do not use laundry additives such as fabric softener, optical brightener, or stain remover. Rinse well. Do not wring. Do not dry the compression garment on a radiator or in direct sunlight. Do not iron. For tumble dryer compatibility, please check the product label of your compression garment.

Diagnoses

Lymphedema

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Information for use

Please see Instructions for use for all safety information when using the product.