Choosing the right compression therapy

Learning outcomes
The learning outcomes and content of the session have been developed for Level 5 study and by the end of the session you should be able to: 

• recognise when compression therapy should be offered as a therapeutic intervention for reversing venous hypertension and enhancing lymphatic function
• discuss the benefits and potential complications of compression therapy
• develop your knowledge of the different types of compression therapy and how they work
• apply this knowledge to recognise when to use different types and strengths of compression therapy