Medline Optifoam Heel Nonadhesive Foam Wound Dressing, in Educational Packaging, 5 EA/BX

Optifoam Heel Nonadhesive Foam Wound Dressing, in Educational Packaging, 5 EA/BX

Optifoam Heel Nonadhesive Foam Wound Dressing is a foam dressing made for heel application. Buyers managing wounds with moderate to heavy drainage may choose it for use as a primary or secondary dressing, especially where a nonadhesive format is preferred. Key details include a waterproof outer layer and moisture vapor transmission that adjusts to fluid level for breathability.

Good Fit For

• Heel wound care
• Moderate to heavy drainage management
• Settings that prefer nonadhesive dressings
• Primary or secondary dressing protocols

Key Features

• Heel-specific foam dressing for targeted application
• Nonadhesive design for buyers who prefer a dressing without adhesive attachment
• Highly absorbent construction handles moderate to heavy drainage
• Moisture vapor transmission adjusts to fluid level to support breathability
• Waterproof outer layer adds protection during wear
• Works as a primary or secondary dressing for flexible wound care use

Applications and Usage

• Managing pressure injuries on the heel
• Covering partial-thickness wounds on the heel
• Covering full-thickness wounds on the heel
• Managing diabetic foot ulcers at the heel
• Using over or with other wound care products when a secondary dressing approach is needed

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Material: Foam.
• Not indicated for third-degree burns
• Not indicated for lesions with active vasculitis
• Drainage should be checked to guide dressing change timing
• Nonadhesive format may affect how the dressing is secured in your workflow

FAQ

• Is this dressing adhesive? No. This is a nonadhesive heel foam dressing.
• What level of drainage is this dressing intended for? This dressing is made to absorb moderate to heavy drainage.
• Can this dressing be used as either a primary or secondary dressing? Yes. The dressing can be used as a primary or secondary dressing, which gives buyers flexibility in wound care protocols.
• What wound types is this heel dressing indicated for? The dressing is indicated for pressure injuries, partial- and full-thickness wounds, and diabetic foot ulcers.
• Are there situations where this dressing should not be used? Yes. This dressing is contraindicated for third-degree burns and lesions with active vasculitis.

From Optifoam by Medline.