High compression products are used to provide the high compression needed for the management of gross varices, post-thrombotic venous insufficiency, venous leg ulcers, and gross oedema in average-sized limbs. Their use calls for an expert knowledge of the elastic properties of the products and experience in the technique of providing careful graduated compression. Incorrect application can lead to uneven and inadequate pressures or to hazardous levels of pressure. In particular, injudicious use of compression in limbs with arterial disease has been reported to cause severe skin and tissue necrosis (in some instances calling for amputation). Doppler testing is required before treatment with compression.

High compression bandages

K-ThreeC

(A lightweight knitted compression fabric composed of viscose, elastane and nylon)

• 10cm x 3m (£3.06)

Indications

• Type 3c high compression bandage. Provides 25–35mmHg and is a component of the K-Four 25–30cm and 30cm+ kits, delivering the recommended pressure of 40mmHg when applied to larger ankles

Notes

1. Compression bandage systems are not recommended for patients with arterial disease (ABPI <0.8)
2. The bandage has two-way stretch
3. Latex-free

Two-layer systems

UrgoKTwo 

(Multi-layer compression bandage kit) (£8.18 - £11.94) (All sizes)

• UrgoKTwo
• UrgoKTwo Reduced
• UrgoKTwo with UrgoStart

Notes

1. Available in various sizes and latex free versions