Elastic Truss Hernia Support

Description

The trusses have a waistband that supplies inward pressure and an under-strap that creates upward pressure by turning the pad into the body. The pad or pads are made and fitted to the elastic belt to the patient’s requirements. The 3-dimensional pads are shaped to create a direct pressure to the hernia site. These are available in a variety of sizes and shapes to create the best coverage required. Our elastic trusses are available in single or double and as an inguinal, scrotal, femoral and umbilical hernia support. The elastic belts are also available in a variety of sizes. Our hernia supports are all designed to be worn against the skin and conform to BS standards. Any special instructions should be provided when ordering, please contact us for more information.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Made in Great Britain to BS standards
Traditional and highly effective hernia support
Made to fitter’s instructions for individual fit and comfort
Made from British made highly specialised durable elastic
The belt is adjustable with 3 prong buckle fastening for patient’s comfort
Quick and easy to fasten once fitted
Available with Velcro fastening for patients with arthritis for example
Variety of 3 dimensional shaped pads available which are adjustable
Single or double spring truss available
Inguinal, scrotal, femoral or umbilical elastic truss available
Designed to be worn against the skin
Umbilical trusses have a sliding pad for placement
anywhere and are suitable for incisional hernias
Bespoke pads available – please provide instructions when ordering

INDICATIONS

Inguinal, scrotal or femoral hernia; single or double
Incisional hernia (umbilical truss)

MODE OF ACTION

Correctly shaped 3-dimensional pad fitted to the body via tempered steel spring creates direct pressure to the hernia site

LAKELAND ELASTIC TRUSS HERNIA SUPPORT
DESCRIPTION	SINGLE OR DOUBLE	SIZE	PRODUCT CODE	PRICE exc VAT
inguinal	single left	upto 44 inches	Z062	23.42
inguinal	single right	upto 44 inches	Z061	23.42
inguinal	single special pad	non-standard pad	Z072	6.89
inguinal	single special size	any half inch size and above 44 inches	Z072	6.89
inguinal	double	upto 44 inches	Z063	39.01
inguinal	double special pad	non-standard pad	Z073	9.97
inguinal	double special size	any half inch size and above 44 inches	Z073	9.97
inguinal	replacement right pad	any size pad	Z093	14.23
inguinal	replacement left pad	any size pad	Z094	14.23
inguinal/scrotal	double	upto 44 inches	Z074	36.41
scrotal	single left	upto 44 inches	Z064	24.38
scrotal	single right	upto 44 inches	Z064	24.38
scrotal	single special pad	non-standard pad	Z072	6.89
scrotal	single special size	any half inch size and above 44 inches	Z072	6.89
scrotal	double	upto 44 inches	Z066	39.70
scrotal	double special pad	non-standard pad	Z073	9.97
scrotal	double special size	any half inch size and above 44 inches	Z073	9.97
scrotal	replacement right pad	any size pad	Z095	16.24
scrotal	replacement left pad	any size pad	Z096	16.24
femoral	single left	upto 44 inches	Z068	28.67
femoral	single right	upto 44 inches	Z067	28.67
femoral	single special pad	non-standard pad	Z072	6.89
femoral	single special size	any half inch size and above 44 inches	Z072	6.89
femoral	double	upto 44 inches	Z069	45.29
femoral	double special pad	non-standard pad	Z073	9.97
femoral	double special size	any half inch size and above 44 inches	Z073	9.97
femoral	replacement right pad	any size pad	Z097	16.83
femoral	replacement left pad	any size pad	Z098	16.83
umbilical	single	upto 44 inches	Z070	26.59
umbilical	single special pad	non-standard pad
umbilical	double belt	upto 44 inches	Z071	36.20
replacement band for scrotal, femoral or inguinal truss	single right	any size	Z090	10.43
replacement band for scrotal, femoral or inguinal truss	single left	any size	Z091	10.43
replacement band for scrotal, femoral or inguinal truss	double	any size	Z092	11.67

Hernia Instructions

Since there are various types of hernias and a variety of trusses designed to support them, professional medical advice should always be sought before wearing a truss. We cannot provide fitting instructions as these should be provided by a professional before use.

It is most important that the following general points are observed:

The truss should be worn constantly during the day and put on before rising in the morning
The hernia must be returned into the body before wearing the truss. Failure to do this may cause internal damage
The hernia should not be allowed to descend at all if possible
The truss should be worn next to skin and not over a garment or it may slip
With elastic band trusses always keep the belt tight enough to hold the rupture
Cleanliness and the application of dusting powder to the skin will help alleviate chafing

The truss should be removed at night unless you have a cough, although elastic band trusses are sometimes used to control ruptures during sleep.

If you feel the truss is uncomfortable or the truss fails to retain the rupture then please get in touch with your truss fitter, who will be able to advise you and may well be able to make the necessary adjustments immediately. If this is not possible ask your doctor for advice.

Always seek your doctor’s advice if you have any pain in the rupture.

Cleaning: Do not immerse in water or put in the washing machine. The truss may be lightly sponged and left to dry overnight. Dust down with talcum powder to retain freshness.