
Compression hosiery
Guidance on wearing compression hosiery to manage swelling and promote effective fluid movement.
At St Margaret’s Hospice, we’re here to support everyone impacted by a life-limiting illness. Whether you’re a patient, carer, healthcare professional, or family member, we’ve gathered a range of resources, guidance, and educational programmes to help you navigate this journey with confidence and compassion.
Guidance on wearing compression hosiery to manage swelling and promote effective fluid movement.
A guide for patients and carers on using TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) for pain relief, including instructions for application, settings, care of electrodes, and safety precautions.
A guide for patients living with breathlessness, offering practical advice on managing shortness of breath, relaxation techniques, and ways to regain control over breathing and energy levels.
A guide to managing breathlessness and low energy, offering practical tips and support for improving quality of life.
Practical tips to help manage sleep, improve rest, and maintain a consistent routine, ensuring better energy levels, mood, and overall health while coping with illness.
Practical tips and exercises to help manage breathlessness, conserve energy, and improve independence, enabling you to carry out daily activities with greater comfort and control.
Support for families dealing with life-limiting illness, including emotional support and bereavement groups for children.
Find support and advice through bereavement services, including counselling, support groups, and helpful resources from local and national charities.
Supportive care services offer emotional and bereavement support for patients, families, and carers during life-limiting illness and loss.