Development of Foot Drop Following Compression Therapy

"Reduction of venous hypertension and edema in the lower limbs is the mainstay of treatment for venous leg ulcers. The application of graduated compression bandaging, hosiery, or intermittent pneumatic compression aims to achieve this by forcing fluid in the interstitial spaces back into the vascular and lymphatic systems. The choice of a particular compression system depends on individual patient variables, including ankle circumference, patient mobility, nature of ulceration, degree of edema, and patient tolerance and adherence."