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

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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. The Cheyne Child Development Service - School age Autism (ASD) Assessment Pathway Parent Information 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. Step4. For small scars, cut gel sheet to fit scar size, with a small overlap over the surrounding skin (A). To facilitate ease of removal, ensure that the cut piece includes the removal flap on the printed plastic sheet. For large scars, use several sheets side by side.

Momeni M, Hafezi F, Rahbar H, Karimi H. Effects of silicone gel on burn scars. Burns. 2009;35(1):70-74. Wash Cica-Carethe scar and surrounding skin, at least once a day with mild soap and rinse in clean warm water.Derbyshire E. Innovations in skin camouflaging techniques: Where are we scientifically? Int J Cosmet Sci. 2019;41(6):526-533. Cheyne Child Development: while you wait leaflet - Pre-School Age (Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster children) Gently clean the scar and surrounding skin with a mild soap and rinse in clean warm water.Thoroughly dry the scar and surrounding skin.

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. Wash the gel sheet daily using lukewarm soapy water, rinse well and dry by patting it with a non-fluffy towel.Build up your skin tolerance. Wear the sheet for 4 hours daily for two days. Then increase to time advised by your therapist. CICA-CARE is a self-adhesive gel sheet improving the appearance of red, dark or raised scars. It can also be used on closed wounds to prevent hypertrophic scar or keloid formation. Designed to improve patient self-esteem as well as movement and/or function of scars. This durable, comfortable, and reusable sheet is ideal for day and night use. Medically Proven for Safe & Effective Use 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.

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? Donald L. Comparison of 2 Types of Silicone Gel Sheets. Australian/New Zealand Burns Association(ANZBA). 1995;14:10-11. Apply gel sheet, adhesive side to the scar, without stretching. If necessary a light bandage can be used to keep Cica-Care in place. Smith+Nephew 2018.User verification testing of usability related Design Inputs for Cicacare Silicone gel sheet. Internal Report. U/040/R3. 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

Where can I get silicone gel sheets?

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?