Product Details
Complete Heel Offloading for Skin Integrity and Circulatory Support
The Span-America Heel Manager™ is a clinical-grade offloading elevator designed to fully lift both heels off the bed surface, helping prevent and manage heel pressure ulcers—the second most common pressure injury site. Using ultra-high-performance foam and a gentle slope, the Heel Manager supports the calves while promoting circulation, which is especially important for patients with diabetes, neuropathy, or peripheral vascular disease. Its dual-layer design is 30% larger than standard offloaders, offering enhanced comfort and stability. Built-in Shear Transfer Zones™ reduce microshearing and friction, improving outcomes for at-risk patients.
✅ Key Features
- Total Heel Offloading: Heels are fully suspended above the surface to comply with NPUAP guidelines
- Ultra-High-Performance Foam: Premium foam construction cushions the calves and supports long-term care
- Shear Transfer Zones™: Adapted from Span-America’s high-end support surfaces, these help reduce the effects of microshearing
- Tissue-Friendly Design: Larger size and soft slope help protect sensitive skin and improve stability
- Clinical Guidance Support: Aligns with heel ulcer prevention protocols and F-314 compliance expectations
❤️ Everyday Benefits You'll Appreciate
- Serious Support for Heel Ulcer Prevention: Helps reduce the risk of facility-acquired heel pressure injuries.
- Better Circulation, Less Shear: Slope design boosts blood flow while built-in zones reduce harmful friction.
- Comfort for At-Risk Patients: Ideal for diabetics, neuropathy sufferers, and long-term bedbound individuals.
- Facility-Approved: Trusted in acute care and long-term settings for both prevention and treatment.
- Easy to Use: No straps, inflation, or repositioning needed—simply place under legs and let the cushion do the rest.
🛠️ Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Heel offloading support surface |
| Design | Dual-layer foam with contoured slope |
| Size | 30% larger than standard heel elevators |
| Technology | Shear Transfer Zones™ |
| Heel Support | Total heel suspension (offloaded) |
| Target Use | Pressure ulcer prevention/treatment |
| Conditions Supported | Diabetes, vascular disease, neuropathy |
| Care Setting | Hospitals, long-term care, home care |
What is the Heel Manager designed to do?
It completely offloads both heels to prevent and treat pressure injuries by supporting the calves and keeping heels suspended.
Is Heel Manager safe for diabetic patients?
Yes, it’s ideal for patients with diabetes, neuropathy, or peripheral vascular disease.
What are Shear Transfer Zones?
They are built-in surface layers designed to reduce friction and microshearing—often found in Span-America’s premium support surfaces.
Does it require any straps or attachments?
No, it’s a freestanding support that stays in place under the legs without straps or inflation.