Journal of Woundcare Handbook

The professional's guide to wound product selection

KerraPro Pressure Reducing Pads

KerraPro Pressure Reducing Pads

3M + KCI

Description

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.

Indications

Patients at risk of developing pressure damage on bony prominences or on areas where medical devices may cause damage to the skin due to pressure. Should not be used as a wound dressing or directly on broken skin. Should be used on intact skin on areas where damage is likely to occur or where a category I pressure ulcer is already present.

Contraindications

Known sensitivity to silicone

Price

Sheet: 10×10×0.3cm, £4.42; 10×10×1.2cm, £13.33; strip: 50×2.5×0.3cm, £5.54; 30×5x0.3cm, £6.66; sacrum/ankle: one size, £17.59; heel, £15.63

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