K4 K-Four Reduced Compression Bandage System Compression 18cm+

K4 Bandage Kit Reduced Compresssion 18cm+

UrgoK4/K-Four provides the gold standard average pressure of 40mmHg applied by four layer compression bandaging recommended in the healing of venous leg ulcer. The reduced compression provided by UrgoK4 Lite/ KFour Reduced can also be used for patients unable to tolerate full compression, or as part of a step up approach.

Features

• 4-layer compression bandage system -  Reduced compression
• Provides a pressure of 40 mmHg at the ankle
• Also helps manage recalcitrant “hard to heal” ulcers
• Improves venous return
• K-Four size 18cm +

Composition

Layer 1: K-Soft Long (sub-compression wadding, viscose, polyester)

• Allows for even distribution of pressure and helps to protect bony prominences.
• Non-woven, with a good absorbency and fluid retention, extra resilience and cushioning.
• Soft, conformable and comfortable.

Layer 2: K-LITE: light support bandage type 2 (viscose, polyester, elastane)

• Base for compression – modern fibre construction offers exceptional comfort and conformability
• Knitted with 2-way stretch for excellent conformability
• Maintains original position with no slippage
• Reduced Compression

Layer 3: K-PLUS Long: light support bandage type 3a (viscose, elastane)

• First compression layer, providing a sub-bandage pressure of up to 20 mmHg at the ankle
• May be used on its own over sub-bandage wadding or as the third layer in the K-Four multi-layer compression bandage system
• Washable and reusable

Layer 4: KO-FLEX Long : cohesive long-stretch bandage (acrylic, cotton, elastane, cohesive material containing low levels of natural latex)

• Provides 17 – 20mmHg pressure to obtain an average 40 mmHg at the ankle as the top layer of the UrgoK4 / K-Four compression system and maintains the bandage system in place
• Cohesive nature ensuring that the UrgoK4 / K-Four bandage system stays in place for up to 7 days
• Contains low levels of natural latex
• Washable, reusable and tearable, avoiding wastage