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PROFORE™ LF

Latex Free Multi-Layer Compression Bandage System

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Compression bandages

PROFORE^◊
Multi-layer Compression Bandage System

PROFORE^◊ LF
Mulit-Layer High Compression Bandaging System

PROFORE^◊ LITE
Multi-layer Compression Bandage System

PROFORE^◊ WCL
Wound Contact Layer

VARI-STRETCH High Compression Bandaging System

PROGUIDE^◊ WCL
Wound Contact Layer

VISCOPASTE^◊
PB7 Zinc Paste Bandage

Caution: Before applying the first bandace, it is important to check the following:

Assess the patient to rule out arterial disease. The use of Doppler ultrasound is recommended.

Measure the ankle circumference to confirm that it is greater than 18 cm or 7¼ inches (padded).

Check if the patient’s ankle circumference has changed due to a reduction in edema. Always re-measure after the initial treatment period.

Assess the patient’s limb for bony prominences or calf fibrosis. Ensure that these are well protected using the PROFORE^◊ LF #1 padding bandage.

Apply PROFORE^◊ LF in the following sequence:

Step 1

Wash and dry the leg and apply a moisturizing cream to the unbroken skin

Step 2

Apply the PROFORE^◊ LF WCL sterile wound contact layer. Remove from the pack with sterile forceps and apply to the wound. Hold in place until covered by by PROFORE^◊ LF #1

Step 3

PROFORE^◊ LF #1 padding bandage
Apply from the base of the toes to the knee using a simple spiral technique and 50% overlap. Do not apply tension.

Step 4

PROFORE^◊ LF #2 light conformable bandage
Apply from the base of the toes to the knee, over PROFORE^◊ LF #1, using a simple spiral technique and 50% overlap. Use tape to secure.

Step 5

PROFORE^◊ LF #3 ight compression bandage
Apply from the base of the toes to the knee, using a figure of eight technique at 50% extension. Use the central yellow line as guidance for 50% overlap. Use tape to secure.

Step 6

PROFORE^◊ LF #4 flexible cohesive bandage
Apply from toe to knee using a spiral technique with 50% extension and 50% overlap. Press lightly on the bandage to ensure that the bandage adheres to itself. Apply the bandage steeply across the foot to reduce build-up of material over the front of the ankle.

Please see Overview page for Precautions