Askina Heel

Anatomically shaped hydrocellular heel dressing

Description

Askina® Heel is an anatomically shaped, two layered, non
adherent foam dressing, which includes a securement foam strap
and two self adhesive hooks that allow dressing to remain in
place even during movement.
Askina® Heel dressing is also available as Askina® Heel XL, with
33% larger surface area.

Advantages

• Ready to use concept, no fixation device needed
• Innovative anatomical design covering the malleolus
• Pressure relieving foam, helps prevent stage I ulcers
• Good protection against friction and shear stresses

Indication

Management of moderately to heavily exuding, partial to full thickness wounds on the heel: stage I-IV pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, surgical incisions, 1 and 2degree burns

Contraindication

Askina Heel is contraindicated for:

 

• Ulcers resulting from infections, such as tuberculosis, syphilis, deep fungal infections
• Bites or third degree burns

In case of infection with inflammatory signs (temperature, oedema, redness, pain) contact proper medical authority. Resume use of Askina Heel when normal healing conditions are present again. Do not use if pack is damaged or opened.