Compression therapy plays a critical role in the management and healing of venous leg ulcers, chronic wounds and lymphatic conditions. Compression therapy improves venous blood flow and reduces oedema, to support the wound healing process.
Under the Chronic Wound Consumables Scheme (CWCS), eligible patients* can access L&R’s advanced compression therapy solutions, designed to enhance the treatment of chronic wounds and associated conditions.
With L&R’s compression solutions available under the Chronic Wound Consumables Scheme (CWCS), clinicians and patients have access to innovative, clinically proven products designed to enhance wound care outcomes.
*Eligibility: Prior to prescribing therapeutic compression treatment, patients must undergo a vascular assessment. Patients with compromised arterial flow are contraindicated for therapeutic compression.
Compression Bandages
Reducing Swelling, Promoting Healing
Compression bandages are critical for managing oedema and supporting wound healing by improving venous return. L&Rs compression bandaging options below feature short-stretch (non-elastic) properties meaning wearer safety whether on the move or lying down.
- Rosidal® K (Short-Stretch Non-Cohesive Bandaging) - Provides consistent and effective pressure, ideal for managing oedema and venous conditions with high working pressure and low resting pressure. Made of 100% cotton.
- Rosidal® SC (Soft Compression Underlayer Padding) - A soft, dual-sided padding layer made of breathable cotton and foam for comfort, protection, and contouring.
- Rosidal® CC (Short-Stretch Cohesive Compression Bandage) - Is a cohesive compression bandage that provides reliable, low-profile compression with excellent conformability, designed for secure and effective multi-layer compression therapy.
- Rosidal® TCS (Short-Stretch Two-Component System) - Is a two-layer short-stretch compression system consisting of:
- Layer 1 (Rosidal SC): A soft, dual-sided padding layer made of breathable cotton and foam for comfort, protection, and contouring.
- Layer 2 (Rosidal CC): A cohesive compression layer that provides consistent, low-profile compression with excellent conformability.
- Rosidal® Soft (Soft Compression Underlayer Padding): Is a foam padding bandage designed to protect and cushion sensitive areas during compression therapy, providing comfort and enhancing the effectiveness of compression bandage systems by ensuring even pressure distribution
- Rosidal® Haft (Short-Stretch Cohesive Compression Bandage): Is a cohesive short-stretch compression bandage with a self-adhesive effect, ensuring secure fixation without slipping, making it ideal for reliable and effective compression therapy
- Haftelast® Latex Free: Is a cohesive, elastic fixation bandage that provides secure and gentle support without the use of latex, making it suitable for patients with latex allergies or sensitive skin.
- Mollelast® Haft: Is a self-adhesive elastic bandage designed for secure fixation, offering reliable support and flexibility while ensuring comfort with its breathable, skin-friendly material.
Adjustable Compression Wraps and Stockings
Simplifying Chronic Wound Management
For chronic wounds like venous leg ulcers, compression wraps and stockings provide consistent support, improving healing outcomes while allowing patients* to remain active.
ReadyWrap® Range:
- Adjustable Compression Wraps (Available in Calf, Thigh, Toe, Knee, Foot CT, Foot SL): ReadyWrap is an adjustable compression wrap that provides patients and their caregivers an easy-to-use solution to support wound healing and oedema management.
- ReadyWrap provides clinically effective compression therapy while supporting patient compliance with its unique alternating strapping system. Designed for easy application, promoting patient independence.
- ReadyWrap Fusion Liner: Convenient low-profile option for providing 8-15mmHg compression (resting pressure) in the foot-to-ankle section.
VENOSAN® Medical Compression Stockings:
- Graduated compression stockings improve venous return and reduce oedema for conditions like venous insufficiency.
- Available in multiple designs & styles (4000, 5000, 6000, 7000, MICROFIBERLINE, ATHLETIC LINE, SPORTSLINE, SILVERLINE, LEGLINE 20 & LEGLINE 30) for patient-specific needs.
- Accessories like VENO-Glider make donning medical compression stockings easier, especially for patients with limited mobility.
Fixation and Padding
Securing Dressings, Protecting Skin
Padding and fixation products protect the wound site and secure dressings, ensuring they stay in place for effective wound care.
- Curafix® H: Adheres securely to hold dressings in place. Is a wide-area adhesive fixation dressing made of soft, non-woven fabric, designed for secure and gentle fixation of wound dressings, ensuring comfort and breathability for sensitive skin.
- tg fix® & tg® grip: Elastic tubular fixation bandages offer gentle yet firm support.
- tg® soft and Sama Frottee™: Elastic tubular support bandages which Provide cushioning protection to prevent pressure-related damage to the wound or surrounding areas.
Adhesive Film Dressings
Protecting Healed or Healing Wounds
Transparent film dressings provide an additional layer of protection, keeping healing wounds safe from contamination or further injury
- Suprasorb® F & Suprasorb® F Protect: Waterproof films (with ultra simple application) that protect healing wounds from bacteria, dirt, and external moisture while remaining breathable.
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