Medline Optifoam Foam Dressings - Non-Adhesive - 6" x 6"

Optifoam Foam Dressings - Non-Adhesive - 6" x 6"

Optifoam foam dressings are non-adhesive wound dressings for managing exudate while helping maintain a moist wound environment. They are a practical choice for care settings that want a foam dressing with low adherence to the wound surface and a waterproof polyurethane backing. This 6 inch x 6 inch option is latex free.

Good Fit For

• Wound care protocols that call for a non-adhesive foam dressing
• Care settings seeking a latex-free dressing option
• Applications where fluid handling is an important dressing selection factor

Key Features

• Non-adhesive foam dressing for buyers who prefer a dressing without an adhesive border
• Waterproof polyurethane backing helps maintain a moist wound environment
• Backing helps prevent strike-through and aids in the prevention of bacterial contamination of the wound
• Microporous foam pad supports low adherence to the wound surface
• Foam island expands as it absorbs to help keep contact with the wound surface
• Latex-free construction for facilities managing latex-sensitive environments

Applications and Usage

• Managing wounds where a moist wound environment is desired
• Using a foam dressing where low adherence to the wound surface is preferred
• Selecting a dressing to help limit strike-through during wear

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: CS.
• This dressing is non-adhesive, so buyers may need a separate method to secure it in place.
• The current size is 6 inch x 6 inch, so match the dressing area to the wound care protocol.
• Case packaging may suit higher-volume purchasing for clinics, hospitals, or centralized supply.

FAQ

• Is this an adhesive dressing? No. This Optifoam dressing is non-adhesive.
• What size is this foam dressing? This dressing measures 6 inch x 6 inch.
• Is the dressing latex free? Yes. This Optifoam foam dressing is latex free.
• How does the backing help with wound care? The waterproof polyurethane backing helps maintain an optimally moist wound environment, helps prevent strike-through, and aids in the prevention of bacterial contamination of the wound.
• How does the foam pad handle fluid? The foam pad has micropores for low adherence to the wound surface, and the foam island gently expands as it absorbs to help keep contact with the wound surface for improved fluid handling.

From Optifoam by Medline.