Zinc oxide tape Specification
2026-06-01
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Zinc oxide tape |
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Material |
Base: 100% cotton/polyester-cotton
Adhesive: Zinc Oxide Rubber Adhesive/Zinc Oxide Hot Melt Adhesive
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Size |
1.25、2.5、5、7.5、10 cm * 5 m / 10 m |
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Usage |
Sports & Injury Management Due to its non-elastic nature and high strength, it is a staple in sports medicine: Joint Stabilization: It is widely used to restrict the range of motion in joints, particularly the ankles, wrists, and thumbs. This helps prevent sprains during contact sports or hiking.
Rehabilitation Support: It provides compression and support for mild ligament strains, helping to limit movement while allowing some function.
Medical & Surgical Applications
In clinical settings, its strong adhesion makes it ideal for securing equipment:
Fixation of Dressings & Tubes: It is used to firmly secure surgical dressings, gauze, or drainage tubes to the skin, preventing them from slipping even during patient movement .
Wound Protection: It creates a physical barrier that protects the skin around a wound from friction and contamination by bacteria or external elements .
Dermatological Protection
The zinc oxide in the adhesive provides therapeutic benefits:
Friction Prevention: It is commonly used to tape areas prone to blistering (like heels or toes) to reduce friction from shoes.
Soothing Minor Irritations: It can help protect and soothe minor skin irritations, though for active eczema or rashes, zinc oxide ointment is typically preferred over the tape .
Important Usage Constraint
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Instructions for use
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① Clean and dry the skin. ② Tear off by hand to the desired length, attaching without tension.
③ Press gently along the direction of the hair for 5 seconds.
④ Remove by slowly tearing along the direction of the hair.
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Precautions |
Not for Open Wounds: You should not apply this tape directly onto an open, bleeding, or infected wound. It is designed for use on healthy skin around the injury or over a sterile dressing. |