Coronavirus (COVID-19)

We understand that people are worried about coronavirus (COVID-19)and may not be able to access normal levels of support from healthcare professionals during this time. Here's the latest guidance for people with leg ulcers or foot ulcers and the management of wounds and swelling.

Appointments and visiting Accelerate during coronavirus

Do you have an upcoming appointment booked at our clinic in Hackney?

Managing your leg ulcer at home during the coronavirus

This is for anyone who already has a leg or foot ulcer and needs guidance looking after their wound or changing dressings at home.

Managing your lymphoedema at home during the coronavirus

This information is for people who already have lymphoedema and need help or support looking after themselves at home.

Mental health and wellbeing during the coronavirus

Here you'll find reliable information and tips to help you cope during this time

Diet, exercise, physical wellness during coronavirus

Keeping legs and feet active – whatever the underlying cause of your leg or foot problem

Wearing the correct footwear / shoes

Wearing the right kind of footwear will not only be more conformable but will also keep your legs and feet healthy

Optimising patient lower limb compression during the Coronavirus

This information is designed to help healthcare professionals safely optimise the treatment of leg ulcers and lower limb conditions

Optimising chronic oedema patient treatment during the Coronovirus

Information for healthcare professionals to safely optimise the treatment of oedema and lymphoedema

Tower Hamlets during the coronavirus

Supporting our local community in Tower Hamlets during the coronavirus