Barriers to and enablers of prophylactic compression use by people at risk of venous leg ulcer recurrence: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Venous leg ulcers (VLUs) are complex, chronic wounds that often recur after healing. The ongoing use of compression hosiery is the primary strategy to reduce the risk of VLU recurrence. However, adherence to this prophylactic treatment is low, undermining treatment effectiveness and placing a substantial burden on individuals with a history of VLUs and on healthcare systems. Understanding the factors influencing people's adherence to compression hosiery for secondary VLU prevention is essential to support approaches to promote uptake.

Objectives

The study aimed to (1) draw on the Capabilities, Opportunities and Motivations of Behaviour (COM-B) model and the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF) to explore factors influencing individuals' use of prophylactic compress

SUBMITTER: Alkahtani AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12911738 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature