EWMA Compression Therapy
Knowledge Centre

Explore key resources developed by EWMA to support the effective use of compression therapy in the treatment of leg ulcers.

It’s not magic, it’s compression!

Under this slogan, you could meet the EWMA Compression Therapy campaign during the EWMA-GNEAUPP 2025 Conference, held 26-28 March in Barcelona.

Thank you so much to all who joined our masterclass, one of our sessions or workshops during the conference, or participated in/applauded our flashmob.

On this site we share all the resources supporting the campaign goals. Hope you will find them useful!

Compression therapy & leg ulcers: Video explainer

View and share this video for a quick introduction to the key messages of this campaign.

Purpose

This site aims to create awareness about OPTIMAL USE OF COMPRESSION THERAPY IN LEG ULCER MANAGEMENT and to explain why this therapy is a crucial part of effective leg ulcer treatment.

The website is part of the EWMA COMPRESSION THERAPY CAMPAIGN which has been initiated in collaboration with several European wound management associations and related specialist organisations. The campaign addresses the challenges related to lacking, late or incorrect use of compression therapy in leg ulcer management, leading to suboptimal healing outcomes for patients.

Share with your colleagues!

We hope you will support our efforts in promoting best practices for leg ulcer care by helping to spread key messages on the optimal use of compression therapy.

By downloading and sharing the materials provided, you can play an active role in improving patient outcomes and raising awareness among healthcare professionals and stakeholders about this essential component of wound management.