title: Compression hosiery.
abstract: Compression hosiery is used in the prevention of ulceration in vulnerable individuals. Compliance is achieved by good assessment, measurement, fitting and education.
authors.affiliation: Vascular studies Unit, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Armstrong
mesh_terms: D000886:Anthropometry; D001458:Bandages / Q000600:supply & distribution; D006801:Humans; D007871:Leg Ulcer / Q000451:nursing / Q000628:therapy*; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D010349:Patient Compliance; D018579:Patient Selection