Vitale Foam Heel Dressings provide superior wound care for moderate- to heavy-exuding wounds with a focus on comfort, protection, and optimal healing. Designed specifically to fit the contours of the heel and ankle, these dressings efficiently absorb exudate, maintain a moist healing environment, and protect the wound from external contaminants. Ideal for pressure sores, diabetic ulcers, surgical wounds, and second-degree burns, Vitale Foam Heel Dressings deliver reliable performance and patient comfort in both clinical and home care settings.

Features & Benefits:

• High Absorbency: Advanced foam construction absorbs and retains moderate to heavy exudate, reducing the risk of maceration while promoting a moist healing environment.
• Conformable Design: Custom-fit for the heel and ankle, ensuring full coverage and comfort for sensitive areas.
• Vapor-Permeable Film: Breathable backing allows moisture vapor to escape while shielding wounds from external contaminants.
• Secure Fit: Overlapping edges provide a snug, leak-proof seal for extended wear, even during movement.
• Versatile Application: Suitable for a variety of heel and ankle wounds, including pressure sores, arterial and venous ulcers, diabetic ulcers, post-operative wounds, and second-degree burns.

How To Apply

1. Clean and rinse the wound in the usual manner.
2. Place the dressing on the sole of the heel first, with the “sharp wings” extending out to either side of the heel. The adhesive will hold the dressing to the bottom of the foot while the dressing is contoured to the ankle.
3. Adhere the center of the dressing to the back of the ankle, spreading smoothly over the heel. The rounded wings should extend on either side of the ankle.
4. Gently adhere the rounded wings around the ankle, being careful to smooth the dressing evenly.
5. Adhere the pointed wings to the side of the heel and over the already adhered rounded wings to seal.
6. Wrap the entire dressing with soft elastic gauze to hold it in place. The adhesive on the dressing itself is only meant to hold during the application process.
7. If the foam becomes saturated, exudates will leak out the side of the foam. When this occurs, the dressing should be changed.
8. Change the dressing as directed, when the foam is saturated, or at least every 7 days.

Usage Guidelines:

• Type: Primary dressing
• Wound Stages: II-IV
• Drainage/Exudate: Moderate to heavy
• Indications Wound Types: Pressure sores, venous ulcers, arterial ulcers, surgical/post-operative wounds, skin donor sites, and second-degree burns.
• Contraindication: Not indicated for 3rd-degree burns.