Askina^® Heel

Anatomically shaped hydrophilic heel dressing

Askina^® Heel is an anatomically shaped, two layered, non adherent foam dressing, which includes a foam security strap and two self adhesive hooks that allow dressings to remain in
place even during movement.

Advantages

Ready to use concept, no fixation device needed
Innovative anatomical design covering the malleolus
Pressure relieving foam, helps prevent stage I ulcers
Good protection against friction and shear stresses

Indication

Managing moderately to heavily exuding or partial to full thickness wounds on the heel: Stage I-IV pressure ulcers, surgical incisions and 1^st and 2^nddegree burns

Application

1. Apply self adhesive labels on each side of Askina® Heel

2. Apply gently the dressing on the heel area and fix with the strap

3. Correctly positioned Askina® Heel: the ankle is covered

4. The dressing can be also fixed with a compression stocking

Wound Management

Remove barriers to wound healing

Even a minor injury can turn into a chronic wound. B. Braun offers a holistic approach to wound management which includes wound infection management, exudate management and skin care.