PLUS PADS AND STRIPS INTEGRITY PRODUCTS Ensuring Comfort and Care

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Based on the policy that prevention is better MacMed Dermis Plus Pads and Dermis Plus Gel Strips are soft, conformable than cure, MacMed Healthcare have and elastic, and may be used for many different applications such as: introduced the MacMed Dermis Plus Gel Pad • and Dermis Plus Gel Strip to assist with Podiatry applications such as protection between toes, plantar fasciitis, pressure offloading, in difficult to reach and and hallux valgus (bunions) • treat areas. Protection under breasts and over nipples • protection and bony >1 DERMIS PLUS GEL PADS • Protection with orthopedic appliances such as splints and cervical collars >2 DERMIS PLUS GEL STRIPS • Protection from collars, and splints, oxygen cannulas, nasal-gastric tubing and catheter tubing Dermis Plus Gel Pads and Dermis Plus • General operating theatre use to preserve and protect skin integrity Gel Strips are recommended for pressure • Protection between skin folds and other vulnerable areas off-loading in patients that are medium to • Protection of bony prominences such as elbows, shins and high risk of developing compromised skin • integrity issues such as pressure ulcers, Use with prosthesis and other amputee issues, including contractions skin tears or due to unrelieved • Protection of the sacral area pressure, shear and friction. • Protection of the occipital area

Can be secured in place Non-toxic with low tack tape

Hypo-allergenic and latex free Can be cut to size with scissors

Can be washed and re-used Contains medical grade mineral oil with the same patient

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DERMIS PLUS GEL PADS • SIZE INFORMATION DERMIS PLUS GEL STRIPS • SIZE INFORMATION

• SMALL: 3mm thickness, 10cm x 10cm sheets • Sold in 1 metre lengths which may be cut to size • LARGE: 12mm thickness, 10cm x 10cm sheets • Two styles available, tacky and soft

3mm

Tacky Soft

12mm KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• Contains a cross-linked, three-dimensional polymer gel INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE impregnated with a medical grade mineral oil that softens, moisturises and lubricates the skin • Greatly reduces shear and friction to the skin • Remove from box and where applicable, peel back the protective film • The gel flows in all directions when subjected to weight or pressure, therefore vibration, friction and shear forces • Cut to size if required are minimized • Apply to the affected area, use either side • High elasticity ensures a return to the original form of the Dermis Plus product after being stretched • Cover with dry dressing and secure with • The polymer gel conforms easily to bony prominences tape or elastic garment if required providing superb comfort and primary pressure relief • May be washed with a mild soapy detergent • The gel has a ‘memory’ and will quickly return to its - single patient use original form after being stretched or manipulated, • Use for no more than 16 hours maximum per and has an elasticity of 400% day maximum and check regularly for any • All products in the range are washable with mild signs of abnormality soapy detergents and reusable • If any skin irritation occurs remove immediately • Dermis Plus Gel Pads and Dermis Plus Gel Strips are and consult a physician gentle on the skin, hypoallergenic, non toxic and hygienic • Do not autoclave or place in direct sunlight • Dermis Plus Gel Pads and Dermis Plus Gel Strips may • Diabetics and those with poor or compromised be cut and shaped to size according to need circulation should seek professional medical advice before and whilst using this product • Keep out of the reach of children and pets If swallowed seek immediate medical advice • FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY • NOT TO BE USED AS A PRIMARY WOUND PROUDLY DRESSING OR OVER MOUTH OR NOSE AUSTRALIAN OWNED

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