Lower Limb Compression Therapy: Selection, measurement & fitting

This face to face CPD training day will provide an overview of the use of compression garments and Adjustable Velcro compression wraps in oedema management including practical tips for measuring ordering and fitting of garments

Objectives:

• Increase awareness of why compression garments are prescribed
• Consider how the drainage pathways and distribution of oedema influence our compression selection.
• Increase awareness of indications & contra-indications for using compression garments.
• Explain the rationale for the choice of fabric and compression in garment selection.
• Demonstrate the correct measuring for made to order and custom made garments
• Demonstrate ability to apply measuring guidelines to practice and to order the correct garment(s)
• Discuss adaptations for more complex patients
• Promote safe practice in the use of compression therapy.

Aimed at Lymphoedema/ TVN’s , AHP. GP’s trainees and new clinicians with an interest managing chronic oedema / lymphoedema.

Lunch and refreshments provided

Venue

Active Business Centre

St Andrews Castle

33 St Andrews Street South

Bury St Edmunds

Suffolk

IP33 3PH

Car Parking

Parking spaces are provided at the venue for attendees (up to 18 spaces allocated),

If further parking is required the closest option is at the Parkway Multi storey: 3 Parkway, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3BA. All day parking costs £4 and can be paid via cash, card or RingGo app. This car park is five minute walk away from the Active Business Centre.

Host or Publisher Haddenham Healthcare