When you are standing in the pharmacy aisle or watching an online medical goods store, it’s very easy to be overwhelmed by the choice of medical tape. This will hopefully help you understand what 3M means from Medipore, Transpore, Microfoam, etc. 3M makes high-quality medical and surgical tape. Most likely, if you were in the hospital, you saw these products. All items listed in this article are hypoallergenic. They are not all without latex.
Blenderm: A waterproof transparent plastic that is a flexible, occlusive tape that helps protect wounds from external fluids and become contaminated. It is not listed as latex.
Durapore: Silk-like, strong base, with high adhesion to dry skin. It is strong and fits unique body shapes as well as bulky dressings. Can be used with heavier pipes and smaller tires. It does not contain latex.
Medipore: A soft tissue surgical tape, it is a breathable, delicate and by-product that comes with light tears, perforated rolls. It is used for large volumetric dressings where the skin can stretch and can be used for re-use because it is so soft. It is not listed as latex.
Polyfoam foam: Waterproof foam that extends in all directions. Works well for compression applications and providing dressings in difficult areas. The high-quality closed cellular tape. It does not contain latex.
Micropore paper tape: Breathable and delicate with a ray substrate. It is a common dressing tape that is great for vulnerable and vulnerable skin. It can be repeated on the same skin area. It does not contain latex.
Transpore plastic tape: transparent with a slight bidirectional tear. This is a perforated plastic film that is very easily broken into very thin strips. Great for mounting pipes. It is not latex.
Tips for better use of medical tape:
Touch the sticky part as little as possible. When you place it, apply even and gentle pressure to the top to ensure full contact with the skin. Gentle but durable strokes throughout the tape will help the tape to come into full contact with the skin. This helps keep the edges of the tape from rolling or losing adhesion. Most adhesives adhere better to clean, dry surfaces, so try to minimize humidity as much as possible. Be careful when choosing soaps and lotions, many of which will prevent the tape from sticking due to used oils and emollients. If the adhesive acts on the skin, you can use a protective film for the skin, for example, 3M Cavilon. Always allow the film to dry completely before applying medical tape. Remember that your skin should be healthy, and the tape should not be less healthy. Always consult your medical team if you are concerned about any part of your health.
