A first aid kit is a vital piece of equipment to have in case of any emergency, injury or accident. It can be used to treat minor injuries such as cuts, scrapes, and bruises, as well as more serious injuries like burns, sprains, and fractures. At Wound-care.co.uk, we offer a range of high-quality first aid kits that are suitable for a variety of purposes.

Here are some of the essential items that should be included in any first aid kit:

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:

The Peha-Haft bandage is an absorbent cohesive conforming gauze bandage designed for dressing retention and conical parts of the body. It stays on the skin securely without pins, clips, or tape, making a perfect choice for fixation and dressing retention.

Peha-Haft is skin-friendly, uniquely conformable, Peha-Haft, and designed for use on rounded body parts like joints, and other hard-to-dress areas. It features a breathable fabric construction with a high share of natural fibers.

When to Use

It is a pain-free, latex-free alternative to tape for patients with delicate or traumatized skin with a high absorption capacity. Use it for fixation of a secondary dressing for splints,

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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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

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