The Optimizing Care: Revisiting Intended Practice Changes module will soon be accompanied by a Practice Improvement Activity (PIA).
Compression therapy is first-line management of chronic venous insufficiency and helps to prevent (and treat) venous ulcers. However, many patients who would benefit from leg compression therapy do not receive a prescription for or, do not adhere to compression methods. Helping patients adhere to compression therapy is much more than measuring and fitting them for compression garments and requires a patient-centred approach. This PIA will enable clinicians to identify and address patient barriers to compression therapy.