Optifoam Gentle Heel Silicone-faced Foam Sterile Dressing is designed to be used as part of a pressure injury prevention protocol. It provides effective protection and care for individuals at risk of developing pressure ulcers or bedsores. When incorporated into a comprehensive prevention strategy, it helps maintain skin integrity and reduces the risk of severe wound formation.

Features:

• Easily peels back and re-sticks during skin or wound checks, ensuring gentle handling and convenience.
• Highly absorbent superabsorbent layer efficiently captures and retains exudate, minimizing the risk of maceration.
• Transfer layer directs wound exudate into the absorbent core, helping prevent leakage and maintaining a cleaner wound environment.
• Breathable, waterproof film acts as a barrier against germs and dirt while allowing airflow for a balanced wound microclimate.
• Silicone layer minimizes trauma and discomfort during application or removal, allowing for painless repositioning.
• Superabsorbent core locks in fluids, protecting surrounding skin from moisture-related damage.
• Silicone-faced foam border allows for gentle removal and secure adhesion.
• Waterproof backing ensures protection from external contaminants.

Indications: Helps manage microclimate and protect heels from friction and shear forces.

Contraindications: Third-degree burns.

How to Apply:

1. Remove the center release liner from the dressing and position it under the heel.
2. Align the dressing at the base of the heel and apply the adherent portion to the posterior heel or Achilles tendon.
3. Remove backing from the top left and right ankle lobes, then apply and smooth.
4. Remove backing from the bottom flaps and smooth upward toward the malleolus.
5. Press and smooth the entire dressing to ensure full skin contact and adherence.
6. For skin checks, gently lift the bottom flaps toward the Achilles until sufficient skin is exposed for inspection.

Removal:

1. Gently lift the bottom flaps to release the dressing from the skin.
2. Carefully remove the flaps covering the ankle lobes.
3. Continue gently lifting until the dressing is completely removed.

Change Frequency: Optifoam Gentle Heel should be changed when drainage reaches the edges of the foam pad. It may remain in place for up to 7 days, depending on exudate levels.

Note: Do not cut the dressing.