Nonwoven Padding for Compression Management

Abstract

Nonwovens play an important and crucial role in the designing of appropriate structures for healthcare and hygiene products. One such application is the use of nonwoven padding in a multi-layer compression system recommended for the treatment of chronic venous disorders. Padding helps in ensuring uniform pressure distribution underneath the bandaging layer wrapped around the circumference of the limb. Apart from the pressure management, padding also facilitates body fluids' absorption and removal, and provides thermal and tactile comfort to ensure better compliance of the multi-layer compression system. This chapter analyses the different roles of padding in compression management. The importance of different nonwovens and their structure on the padding performance are also reviewed, using both experimental and theoretical analyses. Finally, some useful recommendations are provided for design considerations to develop optimized products.

Material, structure, and design of textile-based compression devices for managing chronic edema

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“…[95][96][97][98] Nonwovens are generally used as a padding component in multi-layer compression kit, which offers protection to the sensitive skin without risk of allergic reaction, aid to maintain uniform pressure around the circumference of the limb, and help in proper exchange of moisture or air for improved comfort to the patient. [99][100][101] As per ISO 9092, 102 nonwoven is a manufactured sheet, batt or web of randomly or directionally oriented fibers which are bonded by friction, adhesion or cohesion. In addition, the conical form of the lower leg may require the use of adhesive (adhere to surfaces i.e.…”