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Comfort Glide Repositioning System

Pressure offloading Medline Industries

Comfort Glide Repositioning System

3-in-1 system to help prevent pressure damage. Air-permeable repositioning sheet can remain under patients for extended periods, enabling repositioning every 4 hours for patients at high risk. Once repositioned, wedges keep patients in the recommended 30-degree tilt position to reduce pressure on bony prominences. Pads designed to manage moisture to keep skin dry.

Indications

Pressure ulcer prevention in high-risk patients

Contraindications

Regular positioning sheet not suitable for patients over 260kg; extra-large sheet not suitable for patients over 285kg

Price

Repositioning sheet: 89×140cm, 107×198cm (extra large). Repositioning wedge: 28×13×14cm, 38×17×14cm (extra large). Drypad: 91.5×145cm, 101×203cm (extra large), on NHS Supply Chain

Pressure offloading

All Pressure offloading

Jobst Foam

Kidney-shaped latex-free foam rubber dressing designed to evenly distribute pressure from compression stockings or bandages over bony prominences. Comprised of 100% synthetic rubber.

Kerraped All Purpose Boot

Solventum (KCI Medical)

Kerraped All Purpose Boot

Therapeutic shoe with a breathable material upper, a black EVA insole and an abrasion-resistant outer sole. It is secured with Velcro straps.

Kerraped Plantar Ulcer

Solventum (KCI Medical)

Kerraped Plantar Ulcer

A shoe system comprising a therapeutic shoe and an insole. The insole, which is 18mm thick, combines Poron, Plastazote and multifoam, and has easily removable pegs to allow selective offloading. The insole is placed into the therapeutic shoe, which has a breathable upper material and an abrasion-resistant outer sole. The shoe is secured with Velcro straps. Replacement insoles are available.

Solventum (KCI Medical)

Kerraped Plus

Advanced therapeutic shoe with a breathable upper material, a black EVA insole and an abrasion-resistant outer sole. Secured with two fully adjustable upper Velcro straps for patient comfort and safety.

KerraPro Pressure Reducing Pads

Solventum (KCI Medical)

KerraPro Pressure Reducing Pads

Shaped pads made from 100% silicone. The pads can be reused on the same patient (simply wash with soap and water). They must be completely dry before re-application.

Liqua Care

Ergonomic, liquid-filled, pressure-redistributing insoles. Fabric covered for added comfort. Slim, so fits most types of shoes. According to manufacturer, is clinically proven to reduce peak forefoot pressure by over 21% immediately and to increase circulation by over 5% with one week’s use.