How It Works
ActivHeal® Aquafiber Extra is an innovative combination of two proven wound care technologies based on CMC & alginate fibres. A hidden integrity layer in the dressing aids with superior tensile performance.
ActivHeal® Aquafiber Extra is a soft, conformable, highly absorbent and non-woven dressing which turns into a soft, cohesive gel when in contact with wound exudate. Thus it helps with autolytic debridement and maintains a moist wound healing environment following the principles of advanced wound care. ActivHeal® Aquafiber Extra effectively addresses the key challenges of improved exudate management, gelling & tensile performance.

• Performance
• Higher Absorbency
• Even stronger when wet
• Low lateral wicking

Indications

ActivHeal® Aquafiber Extra is indicated for the management of the following moderately to heavily exuding acute and chronic wounds:

• Pressure ulcers
• Venous leg ulcers
• Arterial leg ulcers
• Diabetic ulcers
• Graft and donor sites
• Post-operative surgical wounds
• Cavity wounds
• Superficial and partial thickness burns

Wound Types

• Granulating
• Sloughy
• Necrotic
• Cavity

Sizes & Codes

Available with a film or foam backing, within a range of shapes and sizes, ActivHeal® Hydrocolloid provides a versatile dressing choice to promote moist wound healing. The dressing absorbs exudate away from the wound whilst the breathability of the top film allows excess fluid to be transferred through the dressing.
ActivHeal® Hydrocolloid consists of a thin layer of hydrocolloid laminated to a highly breathable film, in addition to this ActivHeal® Hydrocolloid Foam Backed has a polyurethane foam backing which provides a cushion to aid patient comfort and protection to the wound.

Product Range

EVERYDAY: Hydrocolloid Backed & Hydrocolloid Foam Backed
SPECIALIST: Hydrocolloid Sacral

Performance

ActivHeal® Hydrocolloid absorbs exudate into the hydrocolloid matrix and transpires wound fluid through the breathable outer layer. This combination enhances the total fluid handling capacity of the dressing whilst also ensuring that moisture is regulated within the wound.

Indications

ActivHeal® Hydrocolloid is indicated for use on wounds with a light to moderate level of exudate including:

• Pressure ulcers
• Venous leg ulcers
• Diabetic ulcers
• Post operative surgical wounds
• Abrasions and lacerations
• Can also be used on cavity wounds when used as a secondary dressing

Wound Types

• Granulating
• Sloughy
• Necrotic
• Cavity

Sizes & Codes

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ActivHeal Hydrocolloid Film Backed
ActivHeal Hydrocolloid Foam Backed

ActivHeal® Hydrogel is an amorphous gel that gently increases the moisture level within the wound, encouraging moist wound healing through autolytic debridement.
ActivHeal® Hydrogel is a crucial product in any wound care treatment when fluid donation is essential. The gel is delivered through a tube onto the wound area as a primary dressing and can remain in situ to deliver important rehydration to the wound.

Indications

ActivHeal® Hydrogel is used as a primary dressing indicated for use on dry and sloughy wounds with nil to low exudate:

• Pressure ulcers
• Cavity wounds
• Leg ulcers
• Graft and Donor sites
• Diabetic ulcers
• Post op surgical wounds
• Lacerations and abrasions

Wound Types

• Granulating
• Sloughy
• Necrotic

Sizes & Codes

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ActivHeal® PHMB Foam dressings are sterile antimicrobial wound dressings, consisting of a hydrophilic polyurethane foam that is designed to absorb exudate. This is laminated to a pink, low friction, waterproof polyurethane film, which provides a bacterial barrier to the wound.
The wound contact layer side of the dressing has a clear perforated film, which protects the wound bed from adhering to the dressing by preventing the formation of granulation tissue into the pores of the foam, thus reducing trauma on dressing removal. The perforations in the wound contact layer allow the uptake of exudate and prevent excess fluid causing maceration to healthy skin.
ActivHeal® PHMB Foam dressings contain the antimicrobial substance polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB, polyhexanide), which kills and inhibits the growth of bacteria. The PHMB is released in the presence of wound exudate and is an effective antimicrobial agent against a broad spectrum of microorganisms (gram+, gram- and yeast) that are frequently associated with the bacterial colonisation and infection of wounds.
The PHMB activity is effective for up to seven days, based on in-vitro testing.

Product Range
EVERYDAY: PHMB Foam Non-Adhesive

Performance
Log Reduction
8x faster log reduction against
P.aeruginosa and S.aureus.
Challenge Organism
Total eradication of challenged organisms within 24 hours.
Total Fluid Handling Performance

Indications

ActivHeal® PHMB Foam dressings are indicated for moderate to heavily exuding chronic and acute wounds that are infected or are at risk of infection. The dressings may be used during the healing process on:

• Pressure ulcers
• Leg and foot ulcers
• Diabetic ulcers
• Surgical wounds
• ActivHeal® PHMB Foam is suitable for use under compression bandaging.

Wound Types

• Infected
• Epithelialising
• Granulating
• Sloughy
• Necrotic

Contra-indications

ActivHeal® PHMB Foam dressings are not indicated for use on the following:

• Dry or lightly exuding wounds
• Surgical implantation
• Individuals with a known sensitivity to polyurethane films, foams, acrylic adhesive or PHMB

Sizes & Codes

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ActivHeal® Silicone Foam Border and Non-Border dressings are constructed from a low friction waterproof polyurethane film, with a highly absorbing polyurethane central pad and a silicone adhesive wound contact layer.
ActivHeal® Silicone Border and Non-Border Foam dressings are for use when adherence to the wound is a potential problem due to fragile skin. The perforated silicone coated wound contact layer prevents the dressing from sticking to the wound and reduces pain during dressing changes. The perforations allow the uptake of exudate and prevents excess fluid causing maceration to healthy skin. ActivHeal® Silicone Border and Non-Border Foam dressings maintain a moist wound environment and aids the wound healing process.

Performance

• Total Fluid Handling Performance
• Peel adhesion over 7 days

Product Range
EVERYDAY: Silicone Foam Border & Silicone Foam Non-Border
SPECIALIST: Silicone Sacral

Indications

ActivHeal® Silicone Border and Non-Border Foam dressings are indicated for use on moderate to heavily exuding chronic and acute wounds. The dressings may be used throughout the healing process on:

• Pressure ulcers
• Diabetic ulcers
• Venous and arterial leg ulcers
• Surgical wounds
• Trauma wounds
• Superficial and partial thickness burns
• Skin Abrasions
• Use as a secondary dressing on cavity wounds

Wound Types

• Sloughy
• Necrotic
• Granulating
• Fungating

Sizes & Codes

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SURGICAL Ag is conformable, flexible, and waterproof – the dressing is an effective bacterial barrier to aid post-operative healing. It is designed to maintain effective contact with the surgical wound for a seven day wear time while the flexibility of the dressing enables patient mobility. The central nonwoven pad contains ionic silver, which prevents colonization and proliferation of bacteria within the dressing for up to 7 days.

The silver gelling fibre is contained within two hydrocolloid layers – the outer layer is waterproof which enables the patient to shower, whilst the inner layer adheres to healthy skin minimising trauma on removal. The range includes a patent protected ergonomic shape designed specifically for joint arthroplasty procedures. Indicated for post-operative surgical wounds.

Key Features

• Hydrocolloid layer provides secure adhesion to healthy skin and also minimizes trauma on removal
• Flexible waterproof barrier to facilitate movement and allow bathing
• Unique ergonomic shape developed for total knee arthroplasty
• Gelling fibre contains ionic silver with broad spectrum efficacy against +/-ve bacteria and yeast
• Gelling fibre allows intact removal without adhering to sutures

Indications

ActivHeal Aquafiber® Ag Antimicrobial wound dressing is indicated for the following moderately to heavily exuding, partial to full thickness wounds:

• Post operative wounds
  Trauma wounds (dermal lesions, trauma injuries or incisions)
• Leg ulcers
• Pressure ulcers
• Diabetic ulcers
• Partial and full thickness burns
• Cavity wounds

Sizes & Codes

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Europor

Europor is a white non-woven adhesive tape, suitable for the fixation of dressings, bandages, tubes, venous catheters and medical probes. Europor uses a special polyacrilic adhesive mass without the addition of any chemical solvent.

It is water-soluble, thus, ensuring the maximum level of security against allergic reactions. Europor is highly hypoallergenic, has good adhesion strength, suitable for sensitive skin and very easy to tear by hand.

It is also radiotranslucent, permeable to air and water vapour, thus, allowing the skin to breath. Suitable for sensitive skin. It does not cause skin irritation. Painless removal without release of adhesive residues.

It does not adhere to gloves during use. Plastic spool guarantees hygiene.

Europor is latex free.

• It is water-soluble, thus, ensuring the maximum level of security against allergic reactions
•  highly hypoallergenic
•  good adhesion strength
•  suitable for sensitive skin
•  very easy to tear by hand
•  radio translucent
•  permeable to air and water vapor
•  Painless removal without release of adhesive residues
•  It does not adhere to gloves during use

Euroderm foam

Foam dressing consisting of an highly absorbent soft polyurethane foam and of a breathable polyurethane film which is water and bacteria impermeable but vapour permeable.

Fluids are uniformly distributed into the foam dressing which, thus, perfectly conforms to the wound-bed maintaining the optimal moist wound environment for healing process. The high absorption of the foam dressing provides superior fluid management for a longer period of time.

This minimized discomfort for the patient and results more cost effective.

Properties

close wound suction kit

Sizes Available

Bellows drainage system – surgivac – 4mm 3/16in) – 500ml 
 Bellows drainage system – surgivac – 6mm 1/4in) – 500ml

VAC

The extriCARE® Pump for Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) has a simple and intuitive design that is easy to use by healthcare professionals, at hospitals and other inpatient facilities.  Featuring a prominent display, the pump provides a high flow rate and is capable for delivering pressure from 40-200mmHg, ideal for different wound conditions.  The pump can be fitted with a 400cc or a 1000cc canister, catering to various exudating wounds.

The pump has a rotatable back-mount for securing to beds and IV poles. A carrying case is also available. With a user-friendly design, simple pressure settings, customizable treatment modes, and powerful negative pressure wound suction, this device offers a rich feature set that delivers effective performance while being easy to operate.

Sizes 3000 and 3600 available for hire

Foam kit

Designed for deeper wounds (3cm or above) on all parts of the body, extriCARE® polyurethane foam kits are the ultimate complete and cost-effective NPWT dressing.  The foam and incision drapes work together to form an airtight seal capable of removing heavy amount of exudate from the wounds.   Each foam kit is also supplied with a suction bell assembly, a tubing set, and a paper ruler.

sizes available

Small (10 x 7.5cm), Medium (18 x 12 cm) and Large (25 x 16) sizes are available.

Suction dome set

Extricare Suction Dome Set with Extension Tubing is designed to use with the Extricare pumps. These are included in each foam dressing kit.