While multilayer compression bandaging has traditionally been seen as gold standard therapy for venous leg ulcers, success of treatment depends on the competency of the nurse applying the bandages and patient concordance (Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network [SIGN], 2010). Furthermore, wearing compression is a lifelong commitment as, following healing, it is still needed to prevent ulcer recurrence and skin breakdown.

During this maintenance phase, compression hosiery is usually prescsrbed (Nelson and Bell-Syer, 2012). However, som patients also find it difficult to concord with compression hosiery  (Jull et al, 2004). juxtalite (medi UK) is an alternative maintenance system for those patients who cannot tolerate or apply compression garments.