- Condition: Factory New
- Weight: 2.23 lb
- Absorbent hydrocellular pad with a nonadherent wound contact layer and breathable top film maintain an optimal moist wound environment.
- Breathable outer polyurethane top film helps to prevent strike-through and provides an effective barrier to bacteria.
- Hydrocellular foam core is highly absorbent.
- Won't stick to the wound and is suitable for use on fragile skin
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Learn more:
- MFR: Smith & Nephew Ships from MFI Medical
- MPN: 66007630
- Phone: (800) 876-1261
Frequently asked questions
Is this dressing truly shower safe?
Yes, the Allevyn Life Foam Dressing is designed to be shower safe, allowing patients to maintain personal hygiene without compromising the dressing’s integrity or needing to remove it.
Is odor control effective?
Yes, the ALLEVYN HEEL dressing is highly effective at minimizing odor.
This benefit is driven by its advanced fluid-locking mechanism and excellent absorbency. By quickly drawing exudate away from the wound and locking the fluid securely within the foam core, the dressing prevents leakage and controls associated odor.
Additionally, a special masking layer is incorporated to reduce the visible appearance of strikethrough.
Will this dressing fit body contours securely?
Yes, the Allevyn Heel dressing boasts a unique, ergonomical shape that is specifically engineered to conform securely to body contours, ensuring an optimal and comfortable fit, especially on the heel.
How well does it absorb fluid?
The Allevyn Life Foam Dressing offers excellent absorbency with advanced fluid-locking capabilities. This mechanism effectively manages exudate and ensures minimal leakage.
What are the dimensions of each dressing?
Each Allevyn Heel dressing measures 10.5cm X 13.5cm, providing ample coverage for heel wounds.
How many dressings come in a carton?
Each purchase includes a carton quantity of 5 dressings, ensuring you have multiple units on hand for continued care.
Does this dressing feature a specialized design?
Yes, the Smith & Nephew ALLEVYN HEEL is a high-performance foam dressing engineered for specialized wound care. Its defining characteristic is its unique, ergonomic shape designed to conform securely to the complex contours of the body, particularly the heel, ensuring reliable wear and enhanced patient comfort.
This dressing offers advanced fluid management capabilities, including excellent absorbency and fluid-locking technology to minimize leakage and control odor. A special masking layer is also integrated to reduce visible exudate strikethrough. Crucially, the dressing is shower proof, which supports patient mobility and hygiene.
Can I use it for other body parts?
While it’s ergonomically shaped for the heel, its conforming and absorbent properties make it ideal for managing wounds where fluid security and contour adherence are critical.
Does the masking layer reduce visible strikethrough?
Yes, the ALLEVYN HEEL dressing utilizes a special masking layer specifically engineered to reduce the visibility of strikethrough. This design choice helps maintain a cleaner, more discreet appearance for the patient.
Does this dressing really stay on while showering?
Yes, a significant practical benefit of the ALLEVYN HEEL dressing is its shower-proof design, allowing patients to shower while the dressing remains securely in place. This promotes hygiene and can reduce the frequency of dressing changes.