A physical therapist assistant is treating a patient with a…
A physical therapist assistant is treating a patient with a POC that includes mechanical compression for the treatment of ankle edema for a grade II sprain. The patient has a history of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) 5 years ago but has been cleared for compression by their physician. During the treatment session, the patient mentions increasing pain in their calf that began yesterday, along with some swelling and warmth in the area. The patient asks if the PTA can increase the compression settings to help with the swelling. Which action is most appropriate for the PTA to take?
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