PolyMem® WIC Non-Adhesive Cavity Fillers are specifically developed to conform within wound cavities, tunnels, and undermined areas. They expand on contact with exudate, gently filling dead space while providing the proven multifunctional benefits of PolyMem® technology.

The ONLY dressing of its kind…

When PolyMem® is applied to the wound, the dressing components work individually and synergistically to support wound healing and pain relief¹.

Note: An initial increase in wound exudate may be observed — this is a normal response and indicates the dressing is working.

PolyMem WIC Non-Adhesive Cavity Fillers are intended for use by healthcare professionals in the management of cavity or tunnelling wounds with moderate to heavy exudate.

Typical indications include:

1. Prepare the wound — cleanse and debride as required; ensure peri-wound skin is dry.

2. Select size — choose a filler slightly smaller than the wound cavity; WIC expands by ~30 % when absorbing exudate.

3. Insert filler — place gently into the cavity or tunnel, ensuring contact with the wound bed but without tight packing.

4. For tunnelling wounds — use the rope (cord) variant, leaving one end visible for removal.

5. Cover with secondary dressing — apply an appropriate cover (e.g. PolyMem pad, foam, or film) to hold the filler in place.

6. Wear time — may remain in place up to 7 days depending on exudate and clinical condition. Change sooner if saturation occurs. 7. Removal — withdraw gently; if adherence is noted, moisten with sterile saline to ease removal.

NOTE: a dramatic increase in wound fluid may be observed during the first few days due to the fluid attraction. This is not uncommon and indicates that the dressing is working.

This module explores the importance of pain management, the mechanism and types of pain, as well as how to assess and manage pain.

In partnership with WCT

Title: Understanding wound pain: the physiology of nociceptors and inflammation

Presenter: Tami Siewinski, Chief Clinical Officer for Medtech (PolyMem)

Date: September 2020

Alongside our own-brand ranges, Mediq is proud to hold exclusive UK distribution partnerships with leading national and international manufacturers. These trusted collaborations bring high-performing products into the hands of UK healthcare professionals through Mediq’s reliable, nationwide network.

Founded in 1977, Ferris Mfg. Corp. is a privately owned leader in innovative wound care solutions, producing PolyMem®, Shapes®, SportsWrap®, and Nursicare® Dressings. Dedicated to delivering effective healing results, Ferris combines advanced technology with a commitment to superior quality and service. Its robust Quality System meets and exceeds regulatory standards in the United States, Canada, the European Union, and beyond, ensuring trusted products worldwide. For over four decades, Ferris has remained focused on innovation, excellence, and improving lives through products that support faster, more effective healing for patients and healthcare providers across the globe.