It is vitally important that you consider if the patient is suitable for healthcare from a medical point of view. If you use the service Juzo consider that you have carried out an assessment and the patient is appropriate for compression therapy.
Is the patient both mentally and physically able to look after themselves with minimal supervision?
Do they understand what they are being asked to do?
Who is looking after the patient?
Can they get their prescription?
Are there any other barriers - finance, travel etc?
How likely is the patient to concord?
What positive experiences can we draw upon to help them?
Do they understand?