{"product_id":"smith-nephew-profore-kit-latex-free-ankle-circ-18-25cm-case-of-8-66000770","title":"Smith \u0026 Nephew Profore Kit Latex Free Ankle Circ 18-25cm, Box of 8kit (66000770)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfore\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a convenient presentation of the clinically effective 4 layer bandaging system for venous leg ulcer management. It reinforces a safe and consistent protocol to heal up to 79% of venous leg ulcers in 12 weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures and Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffective Compression\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProven effective in both hospital and community treatment studies, Profore is designed to deliver 40mm Hg pressure at the ankle, decreasing to 17mm Hg at the knee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGraduated Compression\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfore provides higher pressure at the ankle, with decreasing pressure exhibited at the calf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSustained Compression\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven a full week after application, Profore maintains effective levels of compression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfore pads bony prominences for protection and through the use of layers, compression is built up gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Weartime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfore in combination with other Smith \u0026amp; Nephew dressings has sufficient absorption capacity to manage exudate for up to a full week without needing re-application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCost-Effective\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeekly dressing changes greatly reduce the nursing time required for the treatment of venous leg ulcers. Studies have shown that the multi-layer compression bandage system provides significant savings in treatment costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConvenience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfore system pack contains everything necessary for the application of effective graduated compression therapy. Profore reduces preparation time, simplifies stock control and ensures that the correct components are always available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContraindications and Precautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use on patients with an ankle: brachial pressure index (ABPI) of less than 0.8, or on diabetic patients with advanced small vessel disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShould the patient develop pain or pale, cool or numb extremities distal to the dressing, the bandages should be promptly removed. It is important that the size and shape of the limb is assessed carefully and that the appropriate combination of Profore bandages is used - the system will not protect vulnerable areas from excessive pressure and patients with very thin legs or prominent tibial crests unless additional padding [ Profore No.1] is used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailure to detect significantly reduced arterial flow can result in pressure necrosis, amputation or even death.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis product has components that contain natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions in some individuals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe risk of arterial as well as venous disease rises with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Profore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45801486188779,"sku":"SN_66000770_8","price":703.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/1427\/0699\/files\/66000770.jpg?v=1726128051","url":"https:\/\/medisa.com.au\/en-nz\/products\/smith-nephew-profore-kit-latex-free-ankle-circ-18-25cm-case-of-8-66000770","provider":"Medisa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}