The Proximel line uses a gentle silicone adhesive that sticks to intact skin but lifts off without tearing the wound bed or peri-wound tissue — the difference between a dressing change that heals and one that sets you back. A waterproof film backing lets patients shower while blocking outside contamination, and the absorbent polyurethane foam manages moderate to heavy exudate.

Shape and size matter more than most people expect. The 4x4 square handles smaller wounds on flat surfaces, the 4x12 rectangle follows longer incisions or limb wounds, and the anatomically contoured sacral versions (in both standard and large 9-1/5 inch sizes) hug the curve of the tailbone where pressure injuries commonly develop. When infection is a concern, the Proximel Ag version adds ionic silver to the sacral dressing, delivering sustained antimicrobial action right at the site.

Hartmann's Deluxe Elastic Bandage is a cotton-elastic blend offering standard compression across a 4-inch by 5-1/2-yard length, packaged sterile with a detached clip closure. It's a versatile choice for holding dressings in place, supporting joints, or applying graduated compression — reusable, breathable, and easy to wrap evenly.

Buyers often ask which foam size to stock: a good starting kit pairs the 4x4 square for general use with a sacral dressing for high-risk immobile patients. Explore more options across our Foam Dressings and Elastic Bandages collections, or browse the full Wound Care category.