This page is dedicated to showcasing actionable initiatives and products that we aim to transform into impactful case studies. Your collaboration and partnership are crucial in driving sustainable change. We invite you to share your trust’s sustainability achievements and join us in exploring these sustainable opportunities.
Each opportunity will be complete with a product listing and a clear list of the potential benefits.
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Sustainability Team
Reusable compression wraps for leg ulcers
Our reusable compression wraps for venous and mixed aetiology leg ulcers. These wraps provide an alternative to traditional compression bandages which are single use and changed twice a week by a healthcare professional with advanced skills in compression therapy.
The national product codes for the reusable compression wraps have all been highlighted in green on the framework product matrix.
See our Downloads ▼ section for the matrix.
Benefits
Sustainability
By reducing consumption and waste, we can contribute to a greener healthcare system.
Operational productivity
Reduction in district nurse
visits and treatment room appointments.
Clinical trial
The ongoing VenUs6 trial evaluates various compression therapy systems, including wraps.
Cost-effective
Reusable wraps cost significantly
less than bandages over a three-month period.
Patient outcomes
Compression wraps can be
washed and reapplied by patients, caregivers, or
relatives, allowing more independence and
autonomy over care.
Get involved
If your trust wants to explore cost and sustainability savings and collaborate with NHS Supply Chain to produce case studies in this area, please reach out to us.
