Gelbodies provide protection for areas at risk from pressure sores and nerve damage. Gelbodies combine breathable, stretchy Coolband material with a specially formulated gel that provides soothing relief and pressure-relieving skin protection. The Gelpads evenly distribute body weight and won’t bottom out.
GelBodies are suitable for Long Term Care and Rehabilitation patients to assist in the prevention of pressure sores. They are used in the hospital, nursing homes and homecare environment worldwide.
The Coolband material feels great, is skin compatible, breathable and can be machine washed up to 40°C. The Gelpads can be cleaned with a damp cloth using a standard cleaning agent. The Gelpads should not be machine washed.
Gelbodies can be worn for up to 12 hours in any 24 hour period.
Gelbodies products are friendly, lightweight and discrete, with a comprehensive range to suit all shapes and sizes. By improving circulation, the Gelbodies products not only prevent pressure sores from forming, but also provide the patient with added overall comfort helping them to relax. Gelbodies may assist in relieving stress points on a human body when the patient is immobile.
Sold in pairs. Protects against skin breakage in the shin area.
SizeDimensions
Medium10-13” / 25-33 cm
Large13-16” / 33-41 cm
Measure around the calf. Choose the larger size if measurement is between sizes