Gelbodies Shin Protector - Large

Gelbodies Shin Protector When a patient is confined to a bed for a long period of time, pressure sores can form at multiple points on the body that do not have much fat to pad them, due to a decrease in blood circulation to those areas. Depending on how severe the sore is, they can go down to the muscle and even the bone making it difficult and painful for the patient to move. Pressure sores can be very serious, especially if infected. To help prevent this painful condition, ActiveForever is proud to introduce the Gelbodies Shin Protector. The Gelbodies Shin Protector uses a pressure relieving gel called "TRUGEL", which is found in high-end wheelchair cushions, to offer additional padding to points on the body where pressure sores tend to form. The addition of padding to these areas improves circulation to those points by evenly distributing your body weight in those areas. The gel will not bottom out. By improving circulation, the Gelbodies Shin Protector not only prevents pressure sores from forming, but also provides the patient with added overall comfort helping them to relax. The gel is encased in a cotton-lycra "coolband" that stretches for an ideal fit and feels soft against the skin. When used, the Gelbodies Shin Protector helps protect against skin breakage in the shin area. Gelbodies Shin Protector Features: Lightweight and comfortable Improves circulation to points on the body where pressure sores tend to form Uses "TRUGEL", a pressure-relieving gel found in high-end wheelchair cushions Provides patient with added comfort, helping them to relax Cotton-lycra "coolband" stretches for ideal fit and feels great against your skin Gelbodies Shin Protector Specifications: 2 sizes available Sold in pairs Coolband care instructions: remove gel, machine wash, tumble dry low. Do not wring or twist. Do not bleach or iron Gel care instructions: remove from coolband and wipe with damp cloth. Do not soak for long periods of time Coolband composition: 85% cotton, 10% lycra, 5% polyester Sizing (measure around the calf