Mepilex Border Heel Dressing is a unique five-layer construction, with each layer playing a specific role in pressure ulcer prevention while increasing the dressing's strength, durability, and absorbency. It features patented Deep Defense technology, which provides the ideal mix of strength and flexibility. The Safetac technology layer seals the wound edges to prevent exudate from leaking onto surrounding skin, lowering the risk of maceration and allowing the dressing to be changed without hurting the wound or adjoining skin or causing extra pain. When used for wound treatment, Mepilex Border Heel absorbs and retains exudate while keeping the wound moist. This moist environment supports debridement, so an initial increase in wound size may be observed. This is normal and expected.

Features:

• Latex free.
• Mepilex Border dressings have been shown to help prevent pressure ulcers by up to 88% when used with other standard preventative procedures.
• Proprietary Deep Defense Technology tackles fundamental elements contributing to pressure ulcers by shielding against extrinsic forces of pressure, shear, and friction, as well as controlling microclimate
• Safetac technology lowers the danger of maceration and alleviates pain during dressing changes.
• Excellent fluid handling capability and retention.
• Contains five randomized clinical trials (RCTs) that demonstrate the isolated efficacy of the dressing in avoiding pressure ulcers.

Five-layer Dressing composition:

1. Backing Film: The low coefficient of friction helps minimize the impact of shear forces.
2. Superabsorbent Retention Layer: Allows internal movement within the dressing to limit the transmission of shear forces.
3. Spreading Layer: Provides an optimal balance of strength and flexibility which, along with the unique dressing construction, helps protect the patient from tissue deformation.
4. Absorption Layer: Hydrophilic foam provides cushioning while absorbing and limiting the transmission of pressure and shear forces.
5. Safetac Layer: Safetac technology creates multiple contact points across the uneven skin surface.

Indications: Suitable for medium-to-high exuding wounds, including pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, heel ulcers, traumatic wounds and other secondary healing wounds.

Directions to use:

1. After the skin/wound is prepared, dry the area thoroughly. Then remove the central backing and slide the dressing under the heel to the desired location.
2. Apply the adherent part of the dressing to the posterior heel/achilles tendon areas, positioning the narrowest part of the dressing at the base of the heel.
3. Remove the backing from one of the area flaps (ankle flaps). Apply and smooth. Repeat with the other side.
4. Gently apply the adherent part of the dressing under the plantar surface of the foot.
5. Remove the backing from one of the area flaps (flaps with tabs). Apply and smooth border. Repeat with the other side.
6. Press and smooth the dressing to ensure the entire dressing is in contact with the skin.

Step-by-step instructions for skin checks:

1. Gently pull handling tabs to release dressing from skin.
2. Continue to release the dressing from the skin using the handling tabs until the skin is exposed for skin check.
3. While maintaining the dressing position at the proximal edge, perform assessment of the skin.
4. Re-apply the foam and border of the dressing. Make sure the flaps with the tabs are placed over the ankle flaps.
5. Confirm dressing is replaced to its original position, making sure the border is intact and flat.
6. Press and smooth the dressing to ensure the entire dressing is in contact with the skin. Re-apply non-skid sock if using, especially for ambulatory patients.

Note: Do not stretch the dressing.