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Improving Leg Ulcer Care: Empowering Patients and Reducing NHS Costs

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The "Look After Your Legs" initiative addresses the significant issue of leg ulcers, which affect 1-2% of the British population, particularly those over 70. With a staggering annual cost of £6-800 million to the NHS, the program emphasizes patient education and empowerment to improve care outcomes. Through local research and the establishment of weekly clinics, the initiative enhances quality of life and independence for patients while fostering community involvement and support. Join us in transforming leg ulcer management for better health and reduced NHS burden.

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Improving Leg Ulcer Care: Empowering Patients and Reducing NHS Costs

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  1. “Look After Your Legs” Anna Gibbins Professional Development Lead for Case Management Lynn Davis Tissue Viability Lead Nurse (West Glos)

  2. They affect 1-2% of the British population People over 70 Women more than men People with other health problems Those living alone Cost to the NHS £6-800,000,000 per annum Local published research establishes the positive effect of patient education and empowerment Over ViewLeg Ulcers: The Reality…………

  3. Back ground “Look After Your Legs” • Recognition of inconsistent care delivery/skill levels in leg ulcer management, within Primary Care • Lack of accommodation/time within practice to see patients • Creation of leg shaped information leaflet and patient ambassador role • Moving patient care from a non-clinical setting, closer to home • Setting up the weekly “ Look After Your Legs” clinic 2003 • Patient and public involvement with long term condition management. • Patient empowerment via monthly support group

  4. Weekly nurse led clinic

  5. Patient and Public Involvement

  6. PCT Cost effective/accessible care Provides care closer to home Patients Enhanced quality of life Empowerment Independence Knowledge of long term condition Ambassadors able to teach both other patients and staff Benefits of service……………

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