dressings

When left untreated or improperly treated, burns can lead to multiple complications. The damaged tissue in a burn is highly susceptible to infections, pain, redness, swelling, and oozing from the wound. Therefore, treating burns as soon as possible is imperative, preferably with high-quality dressings such as Jelonet dressing.

Things to know about Jelonet dressing

Jelonet dressing is a non-medicated gauze dressing designed to be latex-free and low-adherent. The gauze has a soft paraffin base with a sterile leno weave that helps maintain its shape and resist frays.

Jelonet is known for its adaptability, allowing the user to cut the dressing into different shapes and sizes according to their needs. In addition, it contains soothing properties, allowing wound exudate to move freely

Numerous compounds and materials can help speed up the wound healing process. Silver, for instance, is a popular antimicrobial agent that prevents or reduces the risk of infection, while alginate dressings are designed for heavily exuding wounds. Hydrofiber is another well-known and used extensively in Aquacel dressings.

The advantages of using Aquacel dressings for wounds

• Absorb exudate

Hydrofibertechnology is based heavily on a sodium carboxymethylcellulose hydrocolloid fibre material. It forms a gel upon contact with a wound. This mechanism allows it to manage fluid well, effectively absorbing exudatea fluid made of cells, proteins, and solid materials, commonly known as pus.

Hydrofiber helps lock in exudate and protect the skin, maintaining moisture and balance in the wound

KerraPro is a pressure reducing pad made of 100% silicone to protect bony prominences. Use it flat or folded. If required the sheet can be cut to a required shape or size for effective treatment.

Use KerraPro sheet to cushion and protect the head and shoulder blades, reduce pressure between the knees, ankles, and under the chin. Its sheet can also be used for hand contractures.

Indication:

KerraPro is indicated for the prevention of risk of developing pressure damage on bony prominences or on areas where medical devices may cause damage to the skin due to pressure. It is advisable not to use it as a wound dressing or directly on broken skin. Use KerraPro only on intact skin on areas where damage is likely to occur. You can also use it in areas where category I pressure ulcer is already present.

Application Method:

Cut KerraPro to the required size. Apply on clean and dry skin. Also, clean the pad at least once a day with soap and water and dry thoroughly before reapplying.

Key Benefits of Using KerraPro:

• Protects the skin on bony prominences
• Prevents early pressure damage
• Provides enhanced patients comfort
• Easy cleaning
• Easy application and pain-free removal
• Washable and reusable

Sizes Available

Sheet

ADAPTIC TOUCH Non-Adhering Silicone Dressing makes a primary contact layer with the wound for the treatment dry to heavily exuding, partial and full-thickness chronic wounds. Being a primary wound contact layer, it has a great performance that promotes easy passage of exudate into the absorbent secondary dressing, and thereby reducing any risk of exudate pooling and maceration. This flexible, open-mesh silicone protects the wound, helps in effective healing, and allows easy application and removal without traumatising or causing any pain to the patient, resulting in patients and clinical satisfaction. Besides, with negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT), ADAPTIC TOUCH can even be used under medical supervision.

When to Use ADAPTIC TOUCH Dressing:

Treating scars can be difficult, especially red and raised ones. Treat any kind of scar with 90% effectiveness that is up to 20 years old with a CICA-CARE self-adhesive silicone gel sheet. CICA-CARE is a comfortable, reusable, and durable dressing that can be used at day or night, both by adults and children.

Indications:

Cica-Care is indicated for use as a prophylactic therapy on closed wounds that helps prevent hypertrophic scarring and keloids.

How it Works

The dressing provides hydration to the scar area. The moisture that is locked into the skin around the scar helps in reducing the blood supply to that specific scar area. This reduction in blood supply in turn reduces the collagen amount in the area, resulting in the affected scar area becoming paler and to slowly become of the natural colour of the skin.

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Lyofoam Max dressings are a soft foam sheet made of polyurethane. It is open cell, hydrophobic, and permeable to gas or water vapour. This dressing resists the penetration of wound exudate and aqueous solutions. It maintains a warm and moist environment at the surface of the wound to facilitate epithelialization and formation of granular tissues.

Key Benefits of Lyofoam Max dressings:

• Its hydrophilic wound contact area absorbs quickly and reduces the risk of maceration.
• The outer layer of the dressing prevents strikethrough.
• It can be used under compression and is easy to apply and remove.
• It maintains an optimum environment around the wound to enhance healing.

How to Use the Lyofoam Max dressings?

Choose a suitable size of Lyofoam and allow it to overlap the edges of the wound. You can increase the overlapping area for exuding wounds. Its smooth side should be positioned next to the skin and held in its place with a bandage or adhesive tape.

Indications:

The Lyofoam Max dressings are indicated for the following:

• It is used to dress exuding wounds like leg and diabetic ulcers, burns, sutured wounds, and burns.
• It can also be used in the treatment of moderately exuding wounds like pressure ulcers, post-operative and traumatic wound sites, and skin grafts.

Precautions:

• It should not be covered with occlusive tapes or films as they stop the moisture vapour from escaping and reduces the effectiveness of the dressing.
• The dressing should not be applied to wounds covered in hard necrotic tissues or dry scab.

Size Available

• 5cm x 8.5cm
• 10cm x 10cm
• 10cm x 20cm
• 15cm x 15cm
• 15cm x 20cm
• 20cm x 20cm

The information in this article is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. You should always

Duoderm Extra Thin dressings are Hydrocolloid dressings that are suitable for dry to lightly exuding wounds. The semipermeable polyurethane film of the dressing is impermeable to micro-organisms and exudate. The dressing is coated with a thin layer of adhesive like the Granuflex and is waterproof. These are designed to protect the skin from further breakdown due to friction. The Duoderm Extra Thin dressings harbour moist conditions under the dressing that promote epithelialisation without maceration.

Key Benefits of Duoderm Extra Thin Dressings:

• Features a translucent backing that enhances dressing placement.
• The dressing has a polyurethane film that protects

Aquacel Ag Dressings are primary wound dressings made of Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose (NaCMC) with 1.2% silver in ionic form. The NaCMC used in these dressings is produced in the form of textile fibre and presented in the form of fleece held by needle bonding. The silver ions released by NaCMC give a sustainable antimicrobial effect in the presence of sodium ions from the wound exudate.

Key Benefits of Aquacel Ag Dressings:

• Interacts and absorbs with exudate forming a hydrophilic gas-permeable gel that confines microorganisms to the contours and facilitates healing.
• Aquacel Ag Dressings can

The Algivon Plus Dressings contain 100% Manuka Honey which makes it an ideal choice for wet wounds, ulcers, and burns. The reinforced alginate fibres in Algivon Plus release the honey in a slow and sustained manner to maintain the integrity of the dressing. Due to its slow ability to absorb, the honey isnt washed away with the exudate. Available in ribbon shapes, the dressing are suitable for use on cavity wounds.

Key Benefits of Algivon Dressing:

• Perfect for healing cavity wounds
• Helpful in curing surgical wounds, burns, wounds from diabetic ulcers, etc.
• Honey does not get washed away with exudate
• Ensures a moist environment that offers faster healing

Clinipore tape is permeable and is designed for use by both patients and medical professionals. It is a permeable non-woven synthetic adhesive tape that conforms to drug tariff specifications. Hypoallergenic in nature, this dressing is Latex-free, easy to tear. Besides, it is comfortable to use that makes it ideal for securing dressings on awkward areas of the body.

Key Benefits of Using Clinipore Tape