Our compression boots are safe for home use, however, before use we recommend consulting your doctor if you have any of the following conditions: Acute pulmonary edema Acute thrombophlebitis Acute congestive cardiac failure Acute infections Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) Episodes of pulmonary embolism Wounds, lesions, infection, or tumors at or near the site of application Where increased venous and lymphatic return is undesirable Bone fractures or dislocations at or near the site of application