Hartmann FourPress Compression Bandaging System

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