FourPress Compression Bandaging System Features
- Consists of a cotton padding layer, short stretch layer, high stretch layer and a cohesive wrap
- Bandages work together to provide sustained compression for up to seven days
- Easy to apply and secures without tape
- Produces sub-bandage pressure at the ankle in the 30-40mmHg range when the system is wrapped as indicated
- Not made with natural rubber latex
- Easy to unroll and apply
Kit contents:
- 3 tape strips
- 4 bandages
- Padding bandage: 4″ x 3.8yd unstretched
- Crepe bandage: 4″ x 4.9yd stretched
- Compression bandage: 4″ x 9.5yd stretched
- Cohesive bandage: 4″ x 6.5yd stretched
What to buy with Hartmann Four – Layer Compression
- Complete Medical 25 Person First Aid Emergency Kit
- 3M Cavilon No-Rinse Skin Cleanser
- Smith & Nephew Secura Moisturizing Cream
- Padding Bandage (4″ x 3.8yd):
- Layer one – A blend of synthetic materials that absorbs wound exudate
- This comfortable non-woven layer primarily provides protection to bony prominences
- Spiral technique wraps from the base of the toes to just below the knee overlapping each turn by 50%
- Crepe Bandage (4″ x 4.9yd):
- Layer two – Anchors and smooths the padding layer while absorbing exudate
- Stretches the bandage 50% as well as wraps the overlap of 50% up the leg
- Compression Bandage (4″ x 9.5yd):
- Layer three – Conforms to body contour while providing about one-half the compression of the system
- Provides bandage stretch of 50% as well as an upward overlap of 50%
- Cohesive Bandage (4″ x 6.5yd):
- Layer four – Latex-free bandage that adheres to itself and secures the bandage system without tape for week-long compression
- Spiral technique stretches to 50% while overlapping – heel should be covered by all four layers
Indications
- For use in effectively managing venous leg ulcers and related conditions
- An appropriate primary dressing should be applied before using the bandaging system with open wounds
- Apply as directed in the product insert
Contra-Indications
- Do not use FourPress Bandaging System if the patient’s Ankle Brachial Pressure (ABPI) is less than 0.8, or if the arterial disease is suspected
Precautions
- If the ankle circumference is less than 18cm (7-1/8″) before applying FourPress, pad the ankle and Achilles tendon prior to the application of the compression layers
