B.Braun Wound Management
B.Braun Askina® Heel
Anatomically shaped hydrophilic heel dressing
Askina® Heel is an anatomically shaped, two layered, non adherent foam dressing, which includes a foam security strap and two self adhesive hooks that allow dressings to remain in place even during movement.
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
Managing moderately to heavily exuding orpartial to full thickness wounds on the heel:
- Stage I-IV pressure ulcers
- Surgical incisions,
- 1st and 2nd degree burns
Application
1. Apply the self-adhesive fasteners on both sides of the Askina® Heel product
2. Carefully place the dressing on the heel area and secure using safety straps
3. Correctly placed Askina® Heel: with the wrist wrapped
4. Compression stockings can also be used to secure the dressing