Application & Removal Pocket Guide

3M™ Coban™ 2 Layer Compression Systems

Basic ApplicationThe Inner Comfort Layer

1Apply with the foam side against the skin, using just enough tension to conform to the shape of the leg with minimal overlap. With the foot in a dorsiflexed position, start the application with a circular winding at the base of the toes, beginning at the fifth metatarsal head.

2The second circular winding should come across the top of the foot so that the middle of the bandage width approximately covers the articulating aspect of the ankle joint.

3The next winding runs over the back of the heel. The posterior plantar surface of the foot is not completely covered.

4There may be a small fold of comfort layer material in the Achilles area — guide this fold off the Achilles and lay it into the adjacent convex area. This fold will lay down smoothly without causing pain or discomfort when covered by the compression layer.

Layer 1

Application and removal instructions are the same for both 3M™ Coban™ 2 Layer Compression System and 3M™ Coban™ 2 Layer Lite Compression System.

5Proceed up the leg to just below the fibular head, or just below the back of the knee, with minimal overlap. Use just enough tension to conform to the shape of the leg.

6Cut off excess material.

7Apply light pressure at the end of the bandage to ensure that it stays in place during application of the compression layer.

7AFor patients with vulnerable bony prominences such as the tibial crest or the top of the foot, cut a piece of the comfort material and place it over the top of the foot, running it up the leg to protect the tibial crest. Make a slit on each side of the strip to conform at the ankle. Gently press into place.

The Outer Compression LayerLayer 2

8Apply at full stretch. Hold the roll close to the foot and limb throughout the application for controlled, even compression. With the foot in a dorsiflexed position, start the application with a circular winding at the base of the toes, beginning at the fifth metatarsal head.

9The second circular winding should come across the top of the foot and around the back of the heel.

10Using the “figure of eight” technique, bring the roll back over the top of the foot, across the bottom of the foot and back up to come around the back of the heel. Complete two or three figures of eight around the ankle, ensuring that the entire heel is covered.

11Proceed up the leg with 50% overlap to cover the entire inner comfort layer. Maintain consistent stretch throughout the process.

To learn more about 3M™ Coban™ 2 Layer Compression Systems, visit 3M.com/coban2layer, contact your 3M Critical & Chronic Care Solutions representative, or call the 3M Health Care Customer Helpline at 1-800-228-3957. Outside of the United States, contact the local 3M subsidiary.

For patients less tolerant of compression, consider using 3M™ Coban™ 2 Layer Lite Compression System.

12End the wrap at the fibular head, or just below the back of the knee, and even with the top edge of the comfort layer. Cut off any excess material.

13Gently press and conform the entire surface of the application. This will ensure that the two layers will bond firmly together, which helps reduce slippage.

If you detect any gaps in the compression layer, you may apply additional compression layer material at full stretch.

Removal3M™ Coban™ 2 Layer Compression Therapy products may be removed with bandage scissors or by unwrapping.

Application of 3M™ Coban™ 2 Layer Compression System can be easily adapted to achieve a conformable, sustained level of compression for a variety of limb sizes and shapes.

Application for a Highly Contoured Leg

1With the foot in a dorsiflexed position, start the application with a circular winding at the base of the toes, beginning at the fifth metatarsal head.

2The second circular winding should come across the top of the foot so that the middle of the bandage width approximately covers the articulating aspect of the ankle joint.

3Bring this winding around the back of the heel and lay it over the top of the foot where it overlaps the underlying material.

The Inner Comfort LayerLayer 1

For patients less tolerant of compression, consider using 3M™ Coban™ 2 Layer Lite Compression System.

Application for a Highly Contoured Leg

4Cut the wrap and gently press into place.

5Apply the next winding by starting the roll at the previous cut edge. With minimal overlap, wind the wrap around the leg. Cut it when it overlaps the underlying material.

6Proceed up the leg with individual windings using the same technique. End the application at the fibular head, or just below the back of the knee. Cut off excess material. Apply light pressure at the end of the bandage and down the leg to ensure that it stays in place during application of the compression layer.

7Apply this layer at full stretch throughout its application. Hold the roll close to the foot and limb throughout the application for controlled, even compression. With the foot in a dorsiflexed position, start the application with a circular winding at the base of the toes, beginning at the fifth metatarsal head.

8Using the “figure of eight” technique, bring the roll back over the top of the foot, across the bottom of the foot and back up to come around the back of the heel. Complete two or three figures of eight around the ankle ensuring that the entire heel is covered.

8AIf needed for conformability and even coverage, you may cut the compression material and proceed up the foot and leg with individual windings at 50% overlap, making sure to press and conform each subsequent layer.

9End the wrap at the fibular head, or just below the back of the knee and even with the top edge of the comfort layer. Cut off any excess material. Gently press and conform the entire surface of the application.

The Outer Compression LayerLayer 2

ABPI (Ankle-Brachial Pressure Index)Use this table as a guide to interpret ABPI values in relation to compression.

1000.200.300.400.500.600.700.800.901.001.101.201.301.401.501.601.701.801.902.00

1100.180.270.360.450.550.640.73

0.911.001.091.181.271.361.451.551.641.731.82

1200.170.250.330.420.500.580.670.750.830.921.001.081.171.251.331.421.501.581.67

1300.150.230.310.380.460.540.620.690.770.850.921.001.081.151.231.311.381.461.54

1400.140.210.290.360.430.500.570.640.710.790.860.931.001.071.141.211.291.361.43

1500.130.200.270.330.400.470.530.600.670.730.800.870.931.001.071.131.201.271.33

1600.130.190.250.310.380.450.500.560.630.690.750.810.880.941.001.061.131.191.25

1700.120.180.240.290.350.410.470.530.590.650.710.760.820.880.941.001.061.121.18

1800.110.170.220.280.330.390.440.500.560.610.670.720.780.830.890.941.001.061.11

1900.110.160.210.260.320.370.420.470.530.580.630.680.740.790.840.890.951.001.05

2000.100.150.200.250.300.350.400.450.500.550.600.650.700.750.800.850.900.951.00

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Position Statement on the Use of the Ankle Brachial Index in the Evaluation of Patients with Peripheral Vascular Disease. A Consensus Statement Developed by the Standards Division of the Society of Interventional RadiologyABIs as high as 1.10 are normal; abnormal values are those less than 1.0. The majority of patients with claudication have ABIs ranging from 0.3 to 0.9. Rest pain or severe occlusive disease typically occurs with an ABI lower than 0.50. Indexes lower than 0.20 are associated with ischemic or gangrenous extremities.

Sacks D., MD et al; J Vasc Interv Radiol 2003; 14:S389

ABPI < 0.5: Very Severe and Severe Ischemia Compression should not be used

ABPI 0.5–0.8: Moderate and Mild Ischemia 3M™ Coban™ 2 Layer Lite Compression System

ABPI ≥ 0.8: Normal 3M™ Coban™ 2 Layer Lite Compression System, 3M™ Coban™ 2 Layer Compression System

3M™ Coban™ 2 Layer Compression System may be removed with bandage scissors or by unwrapping.

Removal

Information

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3M™ Coban™ 2 Layer Compression SystemCatalog No. 2094NRoll 1Comfort Layer

HCPCS Code: A64414 in x 2.9 yd (10 cm x 2,7 m)

Roll 2Compression Layer

HCPCS Code: A64524 in x 5.1 yd (10 cm x 4,7 m) Stretched

Stocking 1

Rolls/Box 2 rolls, 1 of each layer

Boxes/Case 8

3M™ Coban™ 2 Layer Compression SystemCatalog No. 2094XLRoll 1Comfort Layer

HCPCS Code: A64414 in x 3.8 yd (10 cm x 3,5 m)

Roll 2Compression Layer

HCPCS Code: A64524 in x 6.3 yd (10 cm x 5,8 m) Stretched

Stocking 1

Rolls/Box 2 rolls, 1 of each layer

Boxes/Case 8

3M™ Coban™ 2 Layer Lite Compression SystemCatalog No. 2794NRoll 1Comfort Layer

HCPCS Code: A64414 in x 2.9 yd (10 cm x 2,7 m)

Roll 2Compression Layer

HCPCS Code: A64524 in x 5.1 yd (10 cm x 4,7 m) Stretched

Stocking 1

Rolls/Box 2 rolls, 1 of each layer

Boxes/Case 8

HCPCS codes have been provided to assist you in the preparation of insurance claims. Please note, however, that the reimbursement information provided by 3M Health Care and its representatives is intended to provide general information relevant to coverage and coding for 3M products. Insurers’ reimbursement policies can vary and the use of the codes discussed here does not guarantee that an insurer will cover or pay at any particular level. Health care providers should exercise independent clinical judgment in choosing the codes which most accurately describe the products provided.

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