3M Microfoam Surgical Tape

How To Use 3M Microfoam Tape?

• Apply 3M Microfoam Surgical Tape evenly to clean, dry surface.
• Apply the tape evenly by positioning and pressing down from the center towards the edges.
• Optimize adhesion by firmly rubbing or pressing the tape backing. This will ensure the tape stays in place.
• Never apply Microfoam tape under tension. This may induce skin trauma in the form of blistering or skin tearing.

• Loosen 3M Microfoam Surgical Tape ends.
• Remove tape in direction of hair growth. Keep tape close to skin surface and slowly pull tape back.
• Support skin throughout removal.

How To Sterilize 3M Microfoam?

1. Strips of medical foam tape arranged over a suitable release surface, e.g. glass, stainless steel, silicone-treated paper.
2. Tape sealed in appropriate sterilization pouch or wrapper.
3. EtO sterilized warm cycle 55 degrees C (130-145 degrees F), minimum 1 hour exposure time (50% RH - 600 mg/liter, or equivalent).
4. Warm cycle aeration (temperature not to exceed 55 degrees C) for a minimum 20 hour cycle before use.

• It is recommended that 3M surgical tapes be stored under normal conditions within the temperature range of 59 – 86 degrees F (15 – 30 degrees C)
• 3M Microfoam tape has a recommended shelf life of three years under these conditions

• The more critical the tubing/dressing, the higher the adhesion required.
• Strength of adhesion and backing may be more important than gentleness.
• Gentle tapes with higher adhesion may be used without increasing the risk of skin trauma if properly applied and removed.
• Some tapes are less gentle but are used for high initial adhesion, high long-term adhesion and high strength of backing.

• Heavy tubings require higher adhesion.
• Bulky dressings require high conformability and may require greater adhesion.
• Individual results may vary.

• The more active the patient, the higher the adhesion required. 

• The risk of skin damage may be reduced by using tapes that stretch with skin distention or movement. 

• Tape adhesion generally builds over time. Breathable tapes are used for longer term wear. 

• History and current medical conditions should be studied e.g., allergies/ sensitivities to medical adhesives, medications, medical conditions

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When would you use Microfoam tape? Yang - 4/4/2017 3:09:45 AM

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	Most common 3M Microfoam Surgical Tape applications are for compression dressings (post hip surgery, after femoral sheath removal), dressings over joints (shoulders, knees), occlusive dressings (around chest tubes or to secure dressing after chest tube removal). Customer Care - 9/6/2017 2:06:29 PM

How can I get tape to let go off my gloves? Lexi - 4/4/2017 3:09:00 AM

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We tend to hold tape tightly, especially when tearing it off the roll and when gauging where we plan to put the tape. Because the tapes have pressure sensitive adhesives, when we hold them tightly, they stick even more to our gloves. But, the adhesives were designed to release from gloves so try holding the tape a little less tightly, and it will usually let go. Customer Care - 4/5/2017 1:19:55 AM

How should I apply a compression dressing with Microfoam tape? Mini - 4/4/2017 3:08:19 AM

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Place the first section of 3M Microfoam Surgical Tape without tension onto the skin on one side of the dressing, gently pressing downward. With one hand, secure the tape on one edge of the dressing while slightly stretching the next section of the tape over the dressing. Secure the tape on the opposite side of the dressing. Press the remaining tape onto the skin without tension. Compression should come from the multiple layers of dressing material, not from excessive tension in the tape. Skin distention under the tape may result in blistering and should be relieved as soon as possible. Customer Care - 9/6/2017 2:07:15 PM

What happens when a tape gets expired? Tessa - 4/4/2017 3:07:49 AM

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	In general, we do not expect changes in performance shortly after the expiration date, but 3M ensures performance within that time frame. Customer Care - 4/5/2017 1:18:40 AM