{"id":9900,"date":"2022-06-27T16:17:35","date_gmt":"2022-06-27T21:17:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iaf.care\/?p=9900"},"modified":"2022-12-14T11:06:31","modified_gmt":"2022-12-14T17:06:31","slug":"types-of-compartment-syndrome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iaf.care\/types-of-compartment-syndrome\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Special Types of Compartment Syndrome"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Compartment syndrome is a condition that can occur when the compartmental pressure<\/a> within the muscles and tissues of the body becomes too high. This increased pressure can cause pain, swelling, and damage to the nerves and blood vessels. If untreated, compartment syndrome can lead to severe complications, such as muscle death, nerve damage, and even amputation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It often occurs in the arms or legs following an injury or trauma to the area. However, it can also occur in other body parts, such as the abdomen, chest, or head.<\/p>\n\n\n

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There are two types: acute and chronic syndrome. An acute compartment is a medical emergency that requires immediate treatment. The chronic compartment is a less severe form of the condition that develops over time and typically does not require emergency treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Causes of Compartment Syndrome<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Several factors can contribute to the development of the syndrome. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

- Trauma or injury to the affected area<\/p>\n\n\n\n

- Fractures<\/p>\n\n\n\n

- Burns<\/p>\n\n\n\n

- Crush injuries<\/p>\n\n\n\n

- Severe muscle contractions (such as those that occur during a seizure)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

- Prolonged immobilization (such as being in a cast)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

- Surgery<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Risk Factors for Compartment Syndrome<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Certain factors can increase your risk of developing the syndrome. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

- Age: Children and older adults are more likely to develop compartment syndrome than other age groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

- Obesity: Being overweight or obese can increase your risk of developing compartment syndrome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

- Diabetes: People with diabetes are at an increased risk for developing compartment syndrome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

- Peripheral artery disease: People with peripheral artery disease are at an increased risk for developing the syndrome.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Types of Compartment Syndrome<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are a few types:<\/p>\n\n\n\n