SMTL Dressings Datacard

Description

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K-Lite consists of a white knitted conformable fabric containing 93% viscose, 4% nylon and 3% elastomeric yarn.

Indications

K-Lite may be used to provide light support in the management of sprains and strains and to give some support to injured joints.

Contra-indications

K-Lite is not suitable for the application of pressure and therefore should not be used alone to apply external compression in the treatment of leg ulcers caused by venous insufficiency. K-Lite should be used with caution on patients who have marked ischaemia or impaired arterial blood supply.

Method of use

The bandage is applied to the affected area using a standard bandaging technique such as a figure of eight or a spiral.

Frequency of Change

The bandage may generally be left undisturbed for as long as practicable.

Warnings

K-Lite should never be applied at full stretch or with excessive tension in situations where it might cause a tourniquet effect or interfere with blood flow.

Presentation

K-Lite is presented individually shrink-wrapped.

Sizes

5 cm × 4.5 m (stretched)

7 cm × 4.5 m (stretched)

10 cm × 4.5 m (stretched)

15 cm × 4.5 m (stretched)

Revision Details

This datacard has been prepared from data provided by the manufacturer and/or from published literature.

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Last Modified: Monday, 03-Sep-2007 09:55:25 BST