Leg Trough (61 x 28 x 18 cm)
- Extended 61cm Length - the THS-61 provides 61cm of calf support across the tapered trough body, making it the appropriate choice for taller patients or those requiring greater calf coverage than the 43cm THS-43 provides; the extended length ensures the heel is fully offloaded without the trough ending at a clinically inappropriate point on the lower limb.
- Tapered Profile for Anatomical Fit - knee-to-ankle taper provides improved anatomical fit across the full lower limb profile, matching the natural contouring of the calf and distributing pressure evenly along the leg surface; the tapered design also provides slight knee flexion, supporting venous flow at the popliteal vein in immobile patients at DVT risk.
- Wipe-Clean Vapour-Permeable Cover - multi-stretch, wipe-clean, vapour-permeable fabric cover maintains infection control compatibility in care home and clinical settings; machine washable to 95°C per HTM 01-04 thermal decontamination standards; cover must be matched to its original trough body after laundering and inspected for integrity between uses.
- Clinical Assessment Required - selection and ongoing use of the THS-61 must be carried out by a qualified healthcare professional following assessment per local pressure care policy; suitable for high-risk patients and Stage I-II heel pressure damage; CQC Regulation 12 supported when documented in the tissue viability care plan, with the extended length selection rationale recorded.
Thorpe Mill Leg Trough THS-61 - 61x28x18cm - Tapered - Extended Length
The Thorpe Mill Leg Trough THS-61 is the extended-length model in the Thorpe Mill range, providing 61cm of tapered calf support for taller patients or those requiring greater lower limb coverage. The combustion-modified polyurethane foam body tapers from knee to ankle, providing slight knee flexion to support venous flow at the popliteal vein. The wipe-clean, multi-stretch, vapour-permeable cover is machine washable to 95°C. As with all Thorpe Mill Leg Troughs, clinical assessment is required before selection and use.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reference | NCL-THS61 |
| Dimensions | 61 x 28 x 18 cm |
| Profile | Tapered knee to ankle |
| Construction | Combustion-modified polyurethane foam |
| Cover | Wipe-clean, multi-stretch, vapour-permeable |
| Wash Temperature | Machine washable to 95°C |
| Origin | Designed and manufactured in the UK |
Regulatory Compliance
NICE CG179 and NICE QS89 specify complete heel suspension for effective pressure ulcer prevention and management of Stage I-II pressure damage. The THS-61 extended length is selected where the shorter THS-43 does not provide adequate calf coverage for the individual patient. As with the THS and THS-43, clinical assessment must determine the appropriate model, application duration, and repositioning intervals. CQC Regulation 12 documentation should record the clinical rationale for THS-61 selection and the tissue viability care plan. Cover washing at 95°C per HTM 01-04, cover-to-trough matching, and between-use inspection are all required as part of the infection control and device maintenance schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should the THS-61 be selected over the THS-43?
The THS-61 (61x28x18cm) should be selected where the patient's lower limb length means the 43cm THS-43 does not extend sufficiently to support the calf proximal to the knee, or where the clinical assessor determines that greater lower limb coverage is required for effective pressure redistribution and heel offloading. Both models share the tapered profile and slight knee flexion. The clinical assessor should measure the lower limb and confirm the appropriate model length before prescribing, with the selection rationale documented in the tissue viability care plan.
Is the THS-61 suitable for bariatric patients?
The THS-61 provides extended length coverage but should be assessed for suitability in bariatric patients by a qualified healthcare professional, taking into account the patient's lower limb diameter relative to the trough width and the ability of the trough to provide effective heel suspension at the patient's body weight. For bariatric patients with complex lower limb positioning needs, a specialist tissue viability or bariatric care nurse should be involved in the assessment and device selection process. CQC Regulation 12 requires that equipment is appropriate for the individual patient.
NCL-THS61
- Extended 61cm Length - the THS-61 provides 61cm of calf support across the tapered trough body, making it the appropriate choice for taller patients or those requiring greater calf coverage than the 43cm THS-43 provides; the extended length ensures the heel is fully offloaded without the trough ending at a clinically inappropriate point on the lower limb.
- Tapered Profile for Anatomical Fit - knee-to-ankle taper provides improved anatomical fit across the full lower limb profile, matching the natural contouring of the calf and distributing pressure evenly along the leg surface; the tapered design also provides slight knee flexion, supporting venous flow at the popliteal vein in immobile patients at DVT risk.
- Wipe-Clean Vapour-Permeable Cover - multi-stretch, wipe-clean, vapour-permeable fabric cover maintains infection control compatibility in care home and clinical settings; machine washable to 95°C per HTM 01-04 thermal decontamination standards; cover must be matched to its original trough body after laundering and inspected for integrity between uses.
- Clinical Assessment Required - selection and ongoing use of the THS-61 must be carried out by a qualified healthcare professional following assessment per local pressure care policy; suitable for high-risk patients and Stage I-II heel pressure damage; CQC Regulation 12 supported when documented in the tissue viability care plan, with the extended length selection rationale recorded.