Holder for Tracheostomy Tube

Holder components:

-          Two piece neck bands at different lengths

-          Velcro tabes. Two on shorter band, one on the longer

Neck bands:

-          Latex-Free

-          With moisture repellent lining reduces the risk of skin breakdown. Help to keep neck dry, prevent skin excoriation on neck

-          Leaves no residue on patient’s skin

-          Skin-friendly, clear and breathable

-          No hard plastic parts on the holder, minimize the risk of skin breakdown

-          Soft cotton material decrease patient irritation and skin trauma, maximize patient’s comfort

-          Stretch material allows for normal daily activities, increase patient’s confidence in life

-          Length adjustable to fit most patients, from pediatric to adult

Velcro tape:

-          Adhesive enough to offer secure positions of tracheostomy tube on patients

-          Secure and easy to use Velcro tabs fit any size of tracheostomy tube’s flange ends

-          Secure the Velcro tabs limit movement of tracheostomy tube reducing accident decannulation, and hold the tube in place, reduce the tracheal irritation by the tube and prevent damage to tracheal mucosa

-          Helps to keep stoma area clean and dry, and enhances recovery by assuring intact airway

Instruction for use:

1.       Insert the Velcro tabs in the eyes on the flange ends of the tracheostomy tube (Fig. A Point 1 )

2.       Fold them and fix them properly on the bands ( Fig. B).

3.       Adjust the length of the strap using the Velcro tabs (Fig. C Point 2 ) on the elastic lateral (Fig. C Point 3 ) . Make sure the strap is not too tight.

4.       Cut the excess (Fig. D)

-          For single patient use

-          Disposable

-          To be used under supervision of qualified staff and / or preparation

-          Regularly check that the fixation of tube is adequate

-          Change the holder daily or more frequently as required

-          Do not wash

Holder for Tracheostomy tube: