Supporting patients in achieving the goal of self-management of their long-term condition is fraught with challenges. This support may begin with matters that can be addressed through education or training. However, some matters cannot be controlled, such as the impact of the ageing population. This article proposes and discusses some of the current factors that affect compression therapy and the overarching goal of self-management in this area of treatment.
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