Cica-Care Gel Sheet 12cm x 6cm Sheet Effective Scar Treatment

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Apply gel sheet, adhesive side to the scar, without stretching. If necessary a light bandage can be used to keep Cica-Care in place. Carney SA, Cason CG, Gowar JP, et al. Cica-Care gel sheeting in the management of hypertrophic scarring. Burns. 1994;20(2):163-167.

Donald L. Comparison of 2 Types of Silicone Gel Sheets. Australian/New Zealand Burns Association(ANZBA). 1995;14:10-11. Nikkonen MM, Pitkanen JM, Al-Qattan MM. Problems associated with the use of silicone gel sheeting for hypertrophic scars in the hot climate of Saudi Arabia. Burns. 2001;27(5):498-501. It is not clear exactly how Silicone works on a scar. Some research suggests that the silicone creates a protective barrier over the scar which allows it to mature while helping to prevent production of excess scar tissue. The silicone layer also assists with hydration of the scar. Where can I get silicone gel sheets? The Cheyne Child Development Service - School age Autism (ASD) Assessment Pathway Parent Information Build up your skin tolerance. Wear the sheet for 4 hours daily for two days. Then increase to time advised by your therapist.Do not use the gel sheet on open wounds. If you develop a wound in your scar, remove the gel sheet and keep it safe until the wound is healed. Step3. Peel lid from tray and remove CICA-CARE Gel Sheet with printed plastic sheet still attached. Al-Mandeel MS, Bang RL, Ebrahim MK. Re-appraisal of Cica-Care (Silicone gel sheet) in the treatment of hypertrophic and keloid scars. Saudi Med J. 1998;19(6):741745 Wash the gel sheet daily using lukewarm soapy water, rinse well and dry by patting it with a non-fluffy towel. Li-Tsang CWP, Lau JCM, Choi Jenny, Chan CCC, Jianan L. A prospective randomized clinical trial to investigate the effect of silicone gel sheeting (Cica-Care) on posttraumatic hypertrophic scar among the Chinese population. Burns. 2006;32(6):678683.

Smith+Nephew 2018.User verification testing of usability related Design Inputs for Cicacare Silicone gel sheet. Internal Report. U/040/R3. Continue to increase wear time by 2 hours per day until a minimum of 12 hours per day is reached. If possible Cica-Care should be worn 24 hours per day. For the first two days use CICA-CARE Gel Sheet for 4 hours during the day or night. For next two days use CICA-CARE Gel Sheet for 8 hours each day or night. Continue to increase wear time by two hours per day until a minimum of 12 hours per day is reached. If possible, CICA-CARE Gel Sheet should be worn 24 hours per day.Cheyne Child Development: while you wait leaflet - Pre-School Age (Hammersmith and Fulham children) A silicone gel sheet is a soft, flexible, self-adhesive dressing that is applied over scars. It contains silicone. Silicone can help to improve the colour, height and texture of a scar. Silicone can also relieve itching and discomfort caused by a scar. How does it work? Smith+Nephew 2000.A Controlled Evaluation of CICA-CARE, Applied Following Suturing, in Preventing the Development of Hypertrophic Scars and Keloids Following Excision or Biopsy of Skin Lesions. Internal Report. STR/ST212/CT9604. Cica-Care is a self-adhesive gel sheet that is medically proven to be up to 90% effective in the improvement of hypertrophic and keloid scars. Designed to soften, flatten, and fade red, dark or raised scars that have resulted from surgery, accidents, cuts and burns. Suitable for any part of the body including the face, the gel sheets can be used on closed wounds to prevent scar formation. The scars are not to be used on open or infected wounds, scabs, or stitches however. Combination of A Silicone Membrane and Gel Ensure the scar and surrounding skin are washed using the mild soap prior to re-applying the gel sheet. Rinse the area in clean warm water. Dry with a non-fluffy towel.

Do not throw the gel sheet away if you develop any irritation or redness in response to using it. Remove the sheet, wash and dry your skin. Leave the sheet off until the symptoms resolve, then try it again, building up the skin tolerance slowly

There are different brands of silicone gel sheet available. Your therapist will assess which one is most suitable for your scar and demonstrate how to use it by providing you with a small sample. We request that your GP provide an ongoing supply. You will be given a letter to give to your GP requesting this. How do I use a silicone gel sheet? Ngaage M, And Agius M. The Psychology of Scars: A Mini-Review. Psychiatria Danubina. 2018;30(Suppl 7):633-638. Step2. Gently clean the scar and surrounding skin with a mild soap and rinse in clean warm water. Thoroughly dry the scar and surrounding skin. Cheyne Child Development: while you wait leaflet - Pre-School Age (Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster children)