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Methods: This was an exploratory and descriptive study using the Delphi method. The panel comprised 12 experts in wound care, including 25.0% physicians, 41.7% nurses, and 33.3% physiotherapists. Two rounds of analysis were conducted. A quantitative analysis was performed to assess the level of agreement in responses, while qualitative analysis was applied to the experts\u2019 comments. Results: In the first round, consensus varied between 80% and 100%, and in the second round, it ranged from 83.3% to 100%. In the second round, all interventions obtained at least 80% consensus. The interventions included the use of compression therapy and therapeutic exercise: resistance training (2\u20133 sets of 10\u201325 repetitions, 3 times\/day, for at least 12 weeks), aerobic exercise (at least 30 min, 3 times\/week, for 12 weeks), stretching, balance training, and the use of a vibrating platform. Conclusions: Physiotherapy may be beneficial as an adjuvant therapy alongside specific local treatments for venous ulcers. 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