Journal of Wound Care
For UK audiences

The comprehensive guide to wound product selection

Z-Flo Fluidised Positioners and Heel Boot
Pressure offloading Mölnlycke

Z-Flo Fluidised Positioners and Heel Boot

A fluidised positioner that moulds to individual patient and anatomical shapes to redistribute pressure. Offloads bony prominences, such as the occiput. Zero-flow: once moulded into any shape, it will maintain that form and patient position over time. Zero-memory: moulds to a new shape when needed without returning to its previous form.

Indications

Reduces pressure by conforming to the patient’s body and enlarging the contact surface area. Can be moulded to relieve pressure from sensitive areas such as the ears or where there is an existing wound. Offers patient pressure redistribution and helps to maintain the required patient positioning.

Price

  • Contact supplier, not on Drug Tariff

Pressure offloading

All Pressure offloading
Jobst Foam
Essity

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.

Kerraped Plus
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
Autonomed

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.