Tenderfoot Heel Incision Device
Tenderfoot is a safe, gentle and effective heel incision device that is less painful and traumatic to the newborn.
- Sweeping Arc Technology performs an incision instead of a puncture
- Consistent depth and length for a high quality blood sample
- Incision depth controlled above the nerve fibers making it less painful
- Enhanced user comfort with an ergonomic design for a comfortable grip
- Permanently retractable blade for user safety
| Incision vs. Puncture |
Our patented devices perform a gentle, sweeping arc incision (left image) above the level of sensitive nerve fibers. The blade permanently retracts back into the device, eliminating any chance of an accidental stick and creates a high-quality incision resulting in a sample free of tissue contamination. Our devices are safe, easy-to-use, and virtually pain-free with less bruising as compared with traditional lancet devices (right image).
Watch the Tenderfoot Demonstration Video here.
Specifications
| Description |
Product Code |
Depth | Length | Case Color | Indications* |
|
Tenderfoot Micro-Preemie |
TFM 50I | 0.65 mm | 1.40 mm | Blue | <1000 g |
|
Tenderfoot Preemie |
TFP 50I TFP 200I TFP 1000I |
0.85 mm | 1.75 mm | White |
low birth weight 1000 g - 2500 g |
|
Tenderfoot Newborn |
TF 50I TF 200I TF 1000I |
1.00 mm | 2.50 mm | Pink/Blue |
birth to 3-6 months >2500 g - 9 kg |
|
Tenderfoot Toddler |
TFT 50I | 2.00 mm | 3.00 mm | Pink |
6 months - 2 years >9 kg |
* These are suggested indications, ultimately the clinical judgement of the medical staff should determine which Tenderfoot device to use.
