Body Armor® Heel Reliever Heel Protector

Indications
- For the prevention and healing of pressure ulcers on the heel, in diabetic foot syndrome or decubitus
- Score of 14 or less on the Braden scale
- Diabetes with neurological sensory deficits
- Absence of palpable pulse on the foot
- Paraplegia
- Prolonged immobility or coma
Features
- One size fits all
➝ Adjustment to fit narrow or wide calves - Pressure redistribution to raised calf pad + opening in the heel area
➝ The heel floats freely - Heel opening for visual control
- Extra-high foot section
➝ Orthograde position + pes equinus prophylaxis - Long calf pad avoids hyperextension of the knee
- Asymmetrical design allows overlapping of the lateral elements
➝ Flexible size adjustment (Flexible-Flap-Design) - Forefoot strap and pad
➝ Safe foot position - Forefoot pad
➝ Avoid skin contact with strap - Positioning wedge prevents hip rotation (included)
- Extra foam pad
➝ Individual customising options - Foam with bevelled edges and corners
➝ Less pressure at the edges - Lateral ventilation holes
➝ Improved air circulation - Smooth underside
➝ Sliding of the leg on the support surface possible - Ideal positioning
➝ Also for vacuum therapy - Label: For writing patient data + QR code for instructions for use
- 2 Foam variants: Smooth or convoluted
- Machine-washable at 60°C
- Hand wash: mild detergent and warm water. Leave to dry at room temperature.
- Machine wash: Close the hook and loop straps and wash in the provided laundry bag or a pillowcase (60°C). Allow to dry at room temperature. Disinfect after washing with antiseptic spray.
- Clean with water, standard cleaning agents and disinfectants.
- Close the hook and loop fasteners before cleaning.
Description
The Body Armor® Heel Reliever heel protector offers effective pressure relief that can be used in preventive, acute or chronic phases of wound care, e.g. pressure ulcers. The special design allows for optimal positioning during VAC pump or compression therapy. The Body Armor® Heel Reliever is available in two variants. With a smooth foam surface – especially for sensitive skin and with a convoluted surface that offers improved air circulation and a pleasant cooling effect. In both versions, the seamless inner surface also ensures less skin irritation. The Body Armor® Heel Reliever can be easily washed at 60°C in the washing machine using the washing bag included in the scope of delivery.

Circumference calf: 25 - 54 cm
Measurements
Size | Shoe size | Circumference | Convoluted | Smooth | ||
calf | Art. No. | Art. No. | ||||
Universal | up to 47 | 25 – 54 cm | BAHR-N | BAHR-F |
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