Medstock Silicone Foam Heel and Joint Dressing with Border consists of an absorbent retention layer and a highly absorbent foam pad. This is placed between a perforated soft silicone coated polyurethane film and a highly permeable waterproof outer polyurethane film.

• Characteristics
• Applications
• Precautions

• • Waterproof
  • Absorbs and retains exudate
  • Reduces risk of maceration
  • Self-adherent-no secondary fixation needed
  • Low potential for skin irritation and allergy
  • Can be lifted and adjusted without losing adherent properties
  • Reduced pain and trauma at dressing changes
• • Ideal for fragile skin
  • Skin tears
  • Pressure ulcers
  • Diabetic foot ulcers
  • Preventative management for areas at risk of ulceration or shear
  • May assist in comforting painful pressure areas
  • Can be considered for use on other joints e.g. elbow & knee
• • Do not use Silicone Foam Heel and Joint Dressing with oxidizing agents such as hypochlorite solutions (e.g. EUSOL) or hydrogen peroxide
  • If reddening or sensitisation occurs, discontinue use