Smith & Nephew Foam Dressing Allevyn Heel 4-1/2" x 5-1/2" Heel Non-Adhesive

Foam Dressing Allevyn Heel 4-1/2" x 5-1/2" Heel Non-Adhesive

Allevyn Heel foam dressing is a non-adhesive heel-shaped dressing made for wound management on the heel. It is a practical choice for care settings that need an anatomical, comfortable fit and reliable handling of exudate during dressing changes. The dressing measures 4-1/2 x 5-1/2 inch and uses a hydrocellular foam design with a breathable outer surface.

Good Fit For

• Heel wound management
• Settings that need a non-adhesive foam dressing
• Care routines involving moderate to heavy exudate handling

Key Features

• Heel-shaped design supports an anatomical, comfortable fit for heel wounds
• Non-adhesive format works when an adhesive dressing is not preferred
• Perforated wound contact layer lets even viscous exudate pass into the dressing
• Hydrocellular core absorbs and holds liquid within its microscopic structure
• Breathable outer surface allows excess moisture to evaporate away from the dressing
• Helps maintain a moist wound healing environment while supporting clean, mess-free dressing changes

Applications and Usage

• Managing wounds located on the heel
• Absorbing exudate while helping keep dressing changes cleaner
• Supporting a moist wound environment at the wound surface

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Material: Foam.
• This dressing is shaped specifically for the heel, so buyers should confirm the wound location matches the dressing design.
• The dressing is non-adhesive, which may matter for facilities standardizing securement methods.

FAQ

• Is this dressing made specifically for the heel? Yes. This foam dressing has a heel shape and is designed for an anatomical, comfortable fit on the heel.
• Is the dressing adhesive? No. This is a non-adhesive foam dressing.
• How does this dressing handle exudate? The perforated wound contact layer allows exudate, including viscous exudate, to pass into the dressing, and the hydrocellular core absorbs and holds liquid.
• Does the dressing help manage moisture? Yes. The breathable outer surface allows excess moisture to evaporate away from the dressing while the wound surface is kept in a moist healing environment.
• What size is this heel dressing? This dressing measures 4-1/2 x 5-1/2 inch.

From Allevyn by Smith & Nephew.