Description
The Body Armor® Heel Reliever is used for the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers on the heel, as well as for diabetic foot syndrome or decubitus. Due to its properties of heel suspended support, the Body Armor® Heel Reliever is suitable for preventive, acute and chronic care of heel ulcerations and decubitus ulcers, especially for patients lying in the supine position. The foot is cushioned in a pressure free zone so that the entire weight rests on the lower leg, while the heel itself has no contact with the bed’s surface.
Indications:
- For the prevention and treatment of heel pressure ulcers as well as diabetic foot syndrome and decubitus
- Braden scale scores of fourteen or less
- Diabetes with neurological sensory deficit
- Pedal pulse not palpable
- Paraplegia
- Prolonged immobility (>hours) or coma
Purpose:
- For the prevention and treatment of heel pressure ulcers
Features:
- One size fits all (up to a UK adult shoe size 12+)
- Hook and loop straps for easy handling and fitting
- Welded seams for less irritation
- Smooth, friction-free exterior surface allows the foot to move freely in bed
- Can be fitted on either the left or right foot
- heel opening for easy visual inspection and monitoring
- Ventilation holes to promote air circulation and helps to regulate the skin’s environment
- Available in either a smooth or convoluted internal foam finish
- Customisable to suit the needs of the patient
- The device is supplied with a: forefoot pad, a long calf pad (30cm), in addition to a positioning wedge, to counteract external rotation of the leg, and a laundry bag
- Washable at 60 degrees
Body Armor® Heel Reliever Product Video
Size | Calf Circumference | Product Code | Internal Finish |
---|---|---|---|
Standard | 25-54cm | BAHR-F | Smooth |
Standard | 25-54cm | BAHR-N | Convoluted |