Blist-O-Ban - Medium - Bag (5-pack)
Blist-O-Ban employs "the Gliding PrincipleTM". Each bandage has a dome comprised of several laminated layers of breathable plastic film whose layers are free to glide across each other, reducing shear and friction forces to the blister or hot-spot.HELPS PREVENT BLISTERS AND HOT SPOTS BEFORE THEY STARTThe science behind Blist-O-Ban is its patented dome that glides smoothly in all directions, deflecting friction and shear forces away from the skin. Place the ultra-thin Blist-O-Ban over any blisters, hotspots, or injury prone areas.STUDIESA study funded by the National Institute of Health along with studies conducted by the Temple University School of Podiatry and the Singapore Army have all demonstrated the effectiveness of Blist-O-Ban in reducing friction. Read these studies by clicking the above "Documents" tab.HOW BLIST-O-BAN WORKSWhen a force is applied to the skin, the central dome collapses and produces a gliding movement, effectively redirecting the pressure vector away from the protected area. If movement exceeds the distance the dome can glide, the low friction polyurethane material will reduce friction experienced over the affected area. The area under the central dome will also experience less mechanical trauma, providing relief during use.  IMPROVEMENTS FOR SUMMER 2011We strengthened the adhesion properties for a longer lasting bandage and we upgraded the bandage material allowing:• greater elasticity (for greater comfort, adhesion and durability).• greater dissipation of friction and shear against the affected area (the primary causes of blisters).• increased breathability (improves on the condition of the skin). TECHNICAL DATA• Dressing Size: 2.6 in x 1.5 in (6.8 cm x 3.8 cm). Dressing Dome Size (diameter): 0.9 in (2.29 cm)• Acrylic adhesive• Polyurethane film• 5 bandages per recyclable paper pouchCE ApprovedMade in USA