Features of Medfix Montgomery Straps
- Breathable, sturdy, and comfortable
- Has sticky sides and loopholes for ties
- Assists in the prevention and reduction of skin trauma
- Sheet sizes are flexible and can be cut to any length
- Hypoallergenic adhesive straps are used to facilitate frequent dressing changes without having to remove and reapply tape
- Can be tied/laced with CURAD plain packing strips (sold separately)
Frequently Bought Together
- Medline SurePrep Protective Wipes – Make adhesive removal less painful
- Medline Skintegrity Wound Cleanser – Comes in a spray bottle for an easy cleaning process of the wounds
- Cardinal Health Adhesive Remover Pad – Removes tape and other adhesive residues from the skin easily and pain-free
How to use?
- Apply semi-permeable, membrane dressing to the skin where these straps will adhere.
- Apply Montgomery straps with the hole ends opposing on opposite sides of the wound dressing.
- Thread holes with gauze strips or cotton tape, bring the opposing straps together and tie.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are Montgomery Straps used for?
Adhesive straps are attached to the skin to secure a bandage and subsequent removal without replacing the tape. Most commonly used for abdominal incisions but still needs frequent dressing changes.
2. How frequently do you replace these straps?
In every 5 to 7 days, or whenever they become soiled or the skin becomes inflamed.
3. How many ties are required on each side?
On each side, two or three Montgomery ties may be required.
