Analyze bibliographic information on the use of alternative and conventional for the management of venous ulcers measures Methodology: A review of documentary by different professionals was conducted during the months of June and July 2015, the search was conducted in various literature sources, databases and national and international indexed journals as ScieLO, Proquest, Bireme, Elsevier, BVS, Global Nursing, Aquichan, Pubmed, Mexican journal, Clinical Practice Guidelines, National University of Colombia, Cuban Journal of General Medicine, National Institute of Angiology and Vascular Surgery. Results: It was found that conventional methods are: sclerotherapy, negative pressure, platelet rich plasma, larvae therapy, Unna boot, zinc oxide paste, fibrin sealants, ascorbic acid, bandage, non-irritating barrier film, polymeric foam dressing and Laser low power; alternative forms are: acupuncture, honey, ozonated oil, honey Ulmo. Conclusions: Although each institution has a different protocol for the management of venous ulcers, the literature review showed the similarity in many of the techniques used for the same purpose: to quickly get wound healing. In many institutions consider the use of alternative therapies as a method to reduce costs, but it is clear that although they may have a lower economic value, the time for wound healing is longer, involving the use of a greater amount of materials