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* These products raise the heel above the bed surface to prevent pressure
* As this product is used with patients who will not move their legs off the elevator, it is recommended that the Carer periodically moves the elevator up and down the leg to enable blood flow and alter the pressure on the back of the leg
* Patients can be on their sides when using this product. Two elevators can be used for both heels if necessary and comfortable
* The Bed Heel Elevator has a sweat-resistant wipeable cover. A cotton sheet can be draped over the elevator to help prevent sweating for some patients

Considerations

This product is to help with the prevention of pressure sores. Sometimes, due to the patient deteriorating, the product may become unsuitable. Continuous monitoring is necessary and alternative products may be recommended.

Heat Sealed Version Warning: Inspect for any cuts in the material or open seams before using. If any damage is found withdraw from use.

Place Of Manufacture

PELICAN (WA)
Australian Made

Price Guide

Price is from Pelican Manufacturing
Price range is from $98 to $159

Models

Two models available:
* Bed Heel Elevator (183)
* Bed Heel Elevator - Heat Sealed (183HS)

Options

The Bed Heel Elevator Footdrop Support is an attachment for the Bed Heel Elevator to help prevent footdrop

Due to having to sew Hook & Loop Tape, a Heat Sealed version of the Bed Heel Elevator Footdrop Support product is not available

Maintenance

Bed Heel Elevator: Wipe clean with a hospital grade disinfectant or remove cover and wash up to 80 degrees Celsius
Air or tumble dry on a cool setting, ensuring the drum is cool
Ensure the product is dry before using or storing

Bed Heel Elevator - Heat Sealed: Wipe clean with a hospital grade disinfectant
Wipe dry
Ensure the product is dry before using or storing

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.