All-in-one foam heel dressing
Mepilex Border Heel
Five-layer foam dressing for pressure injury prevention and management of heel wounds
Mepilex® Border Heel dressing is the only five-layer foam heel dressing with proprietary Deep Defense TechnologyTM – proven to prevent pressure injuries when used in conjunction with other standard prevention protocols 1 2 3 4 5.
This all-in-one dressing design also creates an optimal healing environment for managing moderate- to high-exuding wounds on the heel. It effectively absorbs and retains exudate 6 7 and it balances moisture properly avoiding the risk of maceration 8 9.
This recently-launched enhanced design includes new handling tabs and thicker borders, allowing easier application and patient checking. The heel shape has been refined for good coverage of the high-risk heel area and the malleoli.
The enhanced design still includes Safetac® – the original less-pain contact layer with silicone adhesion. So the dressing moulds softly to skin without sticking to the moist wound 8 – you can remove it easily without damaging the skin 10 11. That means less pain for your patients 12.
- Proven to prevent pressure injuries – when used with other standard prevention protocols 1 2
- Proprietary Deep Defense Technology* protects against the extrinsic forces - pressure, shear and friction; and manages micro-climate, the key factors responsible for pressure injuries 3 4 10 11
- Mepilex Border with Safetac technology minimises pain during dressing changes 12
- Excellent fluid-handling capacity and retention 13
- Reduces risk of maceration 9
*Deep Defense TechnologyTM is a trademark used by Mölnlycke.
Further product information
When to use Mepilex Border Heel
Treatment
Mepilex® Border Heel is specifically designed to fit the heel. The five-layer absorbent foam structure effectively manages exudate and the wound environment. So you can use it in the treatment of exuding wounds such as pressure injuries, diabetic foot ulcers, heel ulcers, traumatic wounds, and other secondary healing wounds.
Pressure injury prevention
Mepilex Border Heel has been proven to prevent pressure injuries 1. You can apply the dressings prophylactically for at-risk patients 2, such as the immobile, those with poor skin perfusion and impaired skin condition, in emergency rooms, in intensive care, or before and during long surgical interventions. Scientific studies have demonstrated that Mepilex Border Heel has the ability to impact four extrinsic factors that can contribute to developing pressure injuries: by minimising and redistributing shear, redistributing pressure, reducing friction and maintaining an optimal microclimate 1.
Note: using dressings as a prophylactic therapy does not replace the need a comprehensive pressure injury prevention protocol.
How to use Mepilex Border Heel
Watch how to easily apply Mepilex Border Heel to help you achieve the best result for your patient.
Step-by-step instructions - initial application
After the skin/wound is prepared, dry the area thoroughly. Then remove the central backing and slide the dressing under the heel to the desired location.
Apply the adherent part of the dressing marked ‘A’ (see illustration above) to the posterior heel/ Achilles tendon areas, positioning the narrowest part of the dressing at the base of the heel. Do not stretch.
Remove the backing from one of the area ‘A’ flaps (ankle flaps). Apply and smooth. Repeat with the other side. Do not stretch.
Gently apply the adherent part of the dressing marked ‘B’ (see illustration above) under the plantar surface of the foot. Do not stretch.
Remove the backing from one of the area ‘B’ flaps (flaps with tabs). Apply and smooth border. Repeat with the other side. Do not stretch.
Press and smooth the dressing to ensure the entire dressing is in contact with the skin.Step-by-step instructions: reapplication
Gently pull handling tabs to release dressing from skin.
Continue to release the dressing from the skin using the handling tabs until the skin is exposed for skin check.
While maintaining the dressing position at the proximal edge of ‘A’ (see picture), perform assessment of the skin.
Re-apply the foam and border of the dressing. Make sure the flaps with the tabs are placed over the ankle flaps.
Confirm dressing is replaced to its original position, making sure the border is intact and flat.
Press and smooth the dressing to ensure the entire dressing is in contact with the skin. Re-apply non-skid sock if using, especially for ambulatory patients.How Mepilex Border Heel with Deep DefenseTM Technology helps in pressure injury prevention
Discover how Mepilex Border Heel helps pressure injury prevention. It is easier than you may think.
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