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Gloves & Gauntlets

We have a wide variety of compression gloves and gauntlets for the treatment of lymphedema from Mediven, Juzo, Jobst, Solaris, Solidea and LympheDivas. Compression gloves and gauntlets apply pressure to the lymphatic vessels and keep lymph moving.

If you have any questions or need help finding the right size compression gloves or gauntlets, please call 1-877-545-8585.

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    Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet 20-30 mmHg


    No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet. Made with the softest lightweight material, ...

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    Juzo 2300 Seamless Glove 20-30 mmHg


    Juzo Seamless for outstanding comfort and smooth appearance. This seamless design allows for ultimate comfort, fit and long-lasting wear. Treat han...

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    Current price $27.59
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    Juzo 2300 Seamless Gauntlet 20-30 mmHg


    Juzo Seamless for outstanding comfort and smooth appearance. This seamless design allows for ultimate comfort, fit and long-lasting wear. Treat han...

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    Current price $101.19
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    Juzo Soft Seamless Glove 20-30 mmHg


    No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Juzo Soft Seamless Glove. Made with our softest lightweight material, the...

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    Original price $126.49
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    Current price $101.19
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    Therafirm® Ease Lymphedema Glove 20-30 mmHg


    EASE by Therafirm® Gloves are designed with true gradient compression to help manage lymphedema and ease swelling and discomfort in the finger and ...

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    L&R ExoSoft™ Glove 20-30 mmHg, Full Finger


    ExoSoft glvoes are the ideal balance of comfort, containment, and breathability. It’s so soft you have to try it to believe it! FEATURES: Tapered ...

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    Mediven Harmony Glove 20-30 mmHg, Seamless


    The Mediven harmony seamless glove delivers a simple and pleasant therapy experience for comfortable everyday wear. Our seamless technology gives p...

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    Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet 20-30 mmHg, Trend Colors


    No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet. Made with the softest lightweight material, ...

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    Mediven Harmony Glove 30-40 mmHg, Seamless


    The Mediven harmony seamless glove delivers a simple and pleasant therapy experience for comfortable everyday wear. Our seamless technology gives p...

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    Current price $127.98
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    Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet 15-20 mmHg


    No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet. Made with the softest lightweight mate...

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    Mediven Harmony Gauntlet 20-30 mmHg, Seamless


    The Mediven harmony seamless gauntlet delivers a simple and pleasant therapy experience for comfortable everyday wear. Our seamless technology give...

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    JOBST® Bella™ Lite Gauntlet 20-30 mmHg


    JOBST® Bella Lite Ready-to-Wear Armsleeve and Gauntlet provide gradient compression to assist in the management of lymphedema and other edemas. The...

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    Original price $78.03
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    Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet 30-40 mmHg, Trend Colors


    No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet. Made with the softest lightweight material, ...

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    Juzo Expert Glove 20-30 mmHg


    The dense knit of Juzo Expert seamed flat knit garment works hard to maintain the reduction of the swelling achieved during the treatment of the li...

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    Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet, Floral Purple Henna


    Custom patterns are designed to compliment your stylish new armsleeve! No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Ju...

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    JOBST® Bella™ Strong Glove 20-30 mmHg


    The new Bella™ Strong Glove now delivers JOBST® seamless comfort to the ready-to-wear lymphedma market. Leveraging the advanced flat-knitting techn...

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    Juzo Expert Glove 20-30 mmHg, Vented


    The dense knit of Juzo Expert seamed flat knit garment works hard to maintain the reduction of the swelling achieved during the treatment of the li...

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    Current price $91.49
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    L&R ExoStrong™ Glove 20-30 mmHg, Full Finger


    A comfortable, off-the-shelf glove that provides maximum containment.  FEATURES: Flat, reinforced edges help reduce irritation and rolling. Tapere...

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    Current price $136.79
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    Juzo Expert Glove 30-40 mmHg


    The dense knit of Juzo Expert seamed flat knit garment works hard to maintain the reduction of the swelling achieved during the treatment of the li...

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    Original price $170.99
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    Current price $136.79
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    Current price $90.45
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    JOBST® Bella™ Lite Glove 20-30 mmHg


    JOBST® Bella™ Lite Ready-To-Wear Upper Extremity Garments provide gradient compression to assist in the management of mild to moderate lymphedema a...

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    Current price $73.80
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    L&R ExoSoft™ Glove 20-30 mmHg, Half Finger


    ExoSoft glvoes are the ideal balance of comfort, containment, and breathability. It’s so soft you have to try it to believe it! FEATURES: Tapered ...

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    Current price $73.80
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    Current price $56.74
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    JOBST® Bella™ Strong Gauntlet 20-30 mmHg


    JOBST® Bella™ Strong Ready-to-Wear Armsleeve and Gauntlet have been developed to improve compression therapy comfort, without compromising medical ...

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    Current price $101.19
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    Juzo Soft Seamless Glove 15-20 mmHg


    No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Juzo Soft Seamless Glove. Made with our softest lightweight material, the...

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    Original price $126.49
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    Current price $101.19
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    Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet, Gypsy Denim


    Custom patterns are designed to compliment your stylish new armsleeve! No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Ju...

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    Allegro Gauntlet 20-30 mmHg #66


    The Allegro compression gauntlet provides compression for the palm of the hand and wrist. Worn in conjunction with a compression armsleeve to preve...

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    Current price $38.79
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    Juzo Expert Gauntlet 20-30 mmHg


    The dense knit of Juzo Expert seamed flat knit garment works hard to maintain the reduction of the swelling achieved during the treatment of the li...

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    Original price $48.49
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    Current price $38.79
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    Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet, Tiger Jungle


    Custom patterns are designed to compliment your stylish new armsleeve! No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Ju...

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    Juzo 2300 Seamless Gauntlet 30-40 mmHg


    Juzo Seamless for outstanding comfort and smooth appearance. This seamless design allows for ultimate comfort, fit and long-lasting wear. Treat han...

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    Original price $34.49
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    Current price $27.59
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    Current price $136.79
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    Juzo Expert Glove 30-40 mmHg, Vented


    The dense knit of Juzo Expert seamed flat knit garment works hard to maintain the reduction of the swelling achieved during the treatment of the li...

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    Sigvaris Secure Glove 20-30 mmHg


    The Secure Armsleeve combines compression and containment with comfort and durability that’s optimal for comfortably managing and helping to preven...

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    Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet, Butterfly Henna


    Custom patterns are designed to compliment your stylish new armsleeve! No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Ju...

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    Current price $90.45
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    JOBST® Bella™ Lite Compression Glove 15-20 mmHg


    JOBST® Bella™ Lite Ready-To-Wear Upper Extremity Garments provide gradient compression to assist in the management of mild to moderate lymphedema a...

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    Original price $125.63
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    Current price $90.45
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    Current price $56.18
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    JOBST® Bella™ Lite Gauntlet 15-20 mmHg


    JOBST® Bella Lite Ready-to-Wear Armsleeve and Gauntlet provide gradient compression to assist in the management of lymphedema and other edemas. The...

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    Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet, Paisley Henna


    Custom patterns are designed to compliment your stylish new armsleeve! No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Ju...

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    Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet, Wild Flower Henna


    Custom patterns are designed to compliment your stylish new armsleeve! No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Ju...

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    Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet, Koi Flowers Tattoo


    Custom patterns are designed to compliment your stylish new armsleeve! No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Ju...

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    Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet, Boho Spirit Henna


    Custom patterns are designed to compliment your stylish new armsleeve! No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Ju...

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    Current price $91.49
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    L&R ExoStrong™ Glove 20-30 mmHg, Half Finger


    A comfortable, off-the-shelf glove that provides maximum containment.  FEATURES: Flat, reinforced edges help reduce irritation and rolling. Tapere...

    View full details
    Original price $114.36
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    Current price $91.49
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    Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet, Watercolor Rose


    Custom patterns are designed to compliment your stylish new armsleeve! No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Ju...

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    Current price $38.79
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    Juzo Expert Gauntlet 30-40 mmHg


    The dense knit of Juzo Expert seamed flat knit garment works hard to maintain the reduction of the swelling achieved during the treatment of the li...

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    Original price $48.49
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    Original price $48.49
    Current price $38.79
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    Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet, Watercolor Multi Burst


    Custom patterns are designed to compliment your stylish new armsleeve! No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Ju...

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    Current price $39.96
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    Sigvaris Secure Gauntlet 20-30 mmHg


    The Secure Armsleeve combines compression and containment with comfort and durability that’s optimal for comfortably managing and helping to preven...

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    Original price $49.95
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    Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet, Japanese Dragon


    Custom patterns are designed to compliment your stylish new armsleeve! No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Ju...

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    Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet, Boho Bright


    Custom patterns are designed to compliment your stylish new armsleeve! No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Ju...

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    Juzo Soft Seamless Gauntlet, Free Spirit


    Custom patterns are designed to compliment your stylish new armsleeve! No matter what your style, you’ll always look good – and feel good – in a Ju...

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