One of the leading challenges of the wound care community is heel pressure ulceration. Heels are naturally susceptible to pressure ulcers and even the most advanced support surfaces prove to be ineffective at prevention and treatment. Existing modalities of heel pressure ulcer prevention and treatment have many drawbacks. Heel "Boots" require frequent removal to inspect the skin integrity of the lower leg. Pillows, which slide out of place and compress very easily are also a high maintenance and unreliable solution to the problem. The HeelZup Therapeutic Heel Elevating Cushion provides the most practical solution to this complex problem:
Exceeds Guidelines for the use of foam as a pressure reduction modality.
Elevates heels a minimum of one inch off of the surface, while supporting the lower leg from the achilles area to the knee
Raised side bolsters prevent the legs from falling off of the sides of the cushion.
Stays neatly in place and does not require constant maintenance and adjustment.
Coated nylon cover available on reusable models.
Manufactured of high-density, anti-microbial, hypo-allergenic and latex-free foam.
Available in both single patient use and reusable models.
HeelZup complies with recommended AHRQ, (formerly AHCPR) and NPUAP Guidelines for heel pressure ulcer prevention and treatment.
HeelZup Disposable:
Manufactured of high-density ,anti-microbial, hypoallergenic foam. The calf bed is wide enough to support both legs while the raised bolsters prevent the legs from falling off of the sides of the cushion. Available in various depths to accomodate varying heights of patients. Also available in extra large bariatric sizes.
HeelZup Reusable:
manufactured of high-density, anti-microbial, hypoallergenic foam. The calf bed is wide enough to support both legs while the raised bolsters prevent the legs from falling off of the sides of the cushion. A moisture proof, reusable, coated nylon fabric cover is sewn onto the cushion. The cover can be cleaned with standard cleaning procedures, using properly diluted solutions. Also available in extra large bariatric sizes. Carries a three year limited, non-prorated warranty!
