Securing dressings and devices:
Bulky dressings: Its high adhesion makes it ideal for holding bandages, gauze pads, and other bulky dressings securely in place, especially on frequently moving body parts like joints or limbs.
Tubing and catheters: Durapore effectively secures medical tubing and catheters like IV lines, urinary catheters, and feeding tubes, preventing accidental dislodgement and maintaining their proper positioning.
Splints and braces: The tape's strength and conformability make it suitable for stabilizing finger splints, wrist braces, and other supportive devices, providing needed immobilization and support.
Patient positioning and support:
Positioning during procedures: Durapore can be used to gently but firmly secure patients in specific positions during medical procedures or examinations, ensuring their comfort and safety.
Wound stabilization: For minor wounds or incisions, this surgical tape with holes can provide gentle support and stability, minimizing movement and promoting healing.
Other applications:
Electrode placement: Durapore's hypoallergenic adhesive makes it suitable for securing electrodes used in electrotherapy or monitoring applications, minimizing skin irritation.
Marking and labeling: The tape can be used for temporary marking or labeling on the skin for medical purposes, like writing patient information or treatment instructions.