Bed Heel Elevator

The Bed Heel Elevator is made from a wedge-shaped foam contoured to hold a leg and to keep the heel off the bed. The convoluted section will help with blood flow and pressure care under the calf. The patient's heel should rest over the end so it is suspended in the air above the mattress. Patients can be on their sides when using this product. Two elevators can be used for both heels if necessary and comfortable.

Key Features

• Wedge-shaped foam: Designed to hold a leg and keep the heel off the bed.
• Convoluted section: Aids blood flow and pressure care under the calf.
• Suspended heel: The patient's heel rests above the mattress for optimal comfort.
• Side usage: Can be used with patients lying on their sides.
• Dual elevators: Two elevators can be used for both heels if required.

Additional Information

As this product is used with patients who will not move their legs off the elevator, we suggest 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.

The Bed Heel Elevator Footdrop Support (sold separately) attaches to the Bed Heel Elevator to help prevent footdrop. It attaches with Hook & Loop Tape on the side of the water-resistant wipeable version of the Bed Heel Elevator.

Specifications

Item # 183 - Bed Heel Elevator
Item # 183HS - Bed Heel Elevator - Heat Sealed
Item # 183F - Bed Heel Elevator Footdrop Support (Sold Separately)

Cleaning

Bed Heel Elevator: Wipe clean with a hospital grade disinfectant or remove cover and wash it up to 80°C (176°F). 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.

Important

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.

Unit of Measure

Each

Product Options

Available with two cover options

• A water-resistant wipeable cover. A cotton sheet can be draped over the elevator to help prevent sweating for some patients. This has black Hook & Loop tape on the sides to allow the Bed Heel Elevator Footdrop Support to be attached, to help prevent footdrop.
• A 100% heat sealed cover made from a medical grade vinyl material. This does not have the black Hook & Loop tape on the sides because this would require stitching, and therefore the product would not be 100% heat sealed. This is the reason why the Bed Heel Elevator Footdrop Support cannot attach to it.

Recommendations

Also available in Pelican's Heel Support range:

	Convoluted Foam Heel & Elbow Pads
	Convoluted Foam Heel & Elbow Pads - Covered
	Convoluted Foam Heel & Elbow Pads - Covered - Large
	Heel Holder
	Heel & Elbow Pads - Polyester Padded
	Wool Heel & Elbow Pads
	Heel & Footdrop Bed Support
	Bed Heel Raiser
	Soft Heel Cushion