Lower Limb and Leg Ulcer Assessment and Management: A Comprehensive Guide

Authored by Aby Mitchell, Georgina Ritchie, and Alison Hopkins, this indispensable resource provides a practical and accessible guide to treating and managing leg ulcers for practitioners in primary and secondary care.

Challenging the misconception that leg ulcers are invariably chronic, this comprehensive text highlights the importance of proactive management in preventing harm associated with sub-optimal management. It delves into essential topics such as lower limb assessment, early intervention for ulcer prevention, ulcer types and their causes, and the impact of swelling and biomechanical changes on the lower limb.

Insights from International Best Practice Guidance

The authors draw on international best practice guidance on lymphoedema, wound pain, wound bed preparation, compression therapy, psychological impact, and evidence-based care to enhance leg ulcer management. This multi-disciplinary resource covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Normal venous, arterial, and lymphatic function in the lower leg
• Leg ulceration due to venous hypertension, peripheral arterial disease, and lymphoedema
• Leg ulcers of unusual aetiology, addressing autoimmune and inflammatory disorders
• Musculoskeletal changes in the lower limb, assessment, and management to enhance mobility and calf-muscle function
• Clinical management, including wound management, stages of wound healing, exudate management, holistic assessment, and compression therapy
• Pain management, emphasizing understanding the complexities and features that exacerbate or diminish the pain response
• The personalization of care, understanding social determinants of health, and the role of supportive self-management in lifelong management

Empowering Healthcare Professionals

Each chapter is designed to facilitate reader comprehension and promote productive patient discussions, empowering healthcare professionals to collaborate with patients and improve leg ulcer management rapidly and effectively.

For professionals seeking evidence-informed approaches to delivering exceptional care, Lower Limb and Leg Ulcer Assessment and Management is an essential companion on the journey to understanding and managing leg ulcers effectively.

Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 1st edition (March 26, 2024)
Language: English
Pages: 496
ISBN-10: 1119908213
ISBN-13: 978-1119908210