Re: [at-l] Gear List

Oooh, oooh, they ARE Bandaid brand things.  They are in a blue plastic 
package, and they are mighty comfy!  They come in three sizes, too (how
thoughtful of Bandaid).  I think they're called "Blister Relievers" or
something like that.

belch

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>From: W F Thorneloe <thornel@attglobal.net>
>To: "RoseMarie/Al Sarra" <rms2aas@earthlink.net>
>Cc: <at-l@backcountry.net>
>Subject: Re: [at-l] Gear List
>Date: Thu, Dec 21, 2000, 9:13 AM
>

> Drat. Since I usually "borrow" from the ER, I don't know names. I've seen
> and purchased these made specifically for blisters at drug stores and at
> Big Lots (usually with a cute pattern) that fit in a small blue plastic
> box. They are made by the usual bandaid brands. If you don't see them with
> bandaids, look in the foot care section of the store. These are
> conveniently sized and packaged. They are thicker than the wound dressing,
> probably to take the abrasion that caused the blister. They are not as
> transparent at wound dressings.
>
> What I have been using is gas permeable dressings used as a first cover on
> surgical and cellulitis wounds. Usually you can cut an appropriate sized
> section, peal off a section for the adhesive, place over the wound and
> remove the top cover. It is an excellent barrier for wet and dirt, allows
> visualization of the wound, stays in place about a week, but is expensive
> to purchase. It looks a bit like Saran wrap while worn. In fact, Saran wrap
> can be a good burn dressing when in a pinch. (YMMV)
>
> These can usually be found in larger drug stores or medical supply houses.
> Again, brands are the usual bandage and dressing companies.
>
> OrangeBug
>
> At 08:07 AM 12/21/2000 -0500, RoseMarie/Al Sarra wrote:
>> > Sounds pretty slim. Moleskin has been replaced by permeable membrane
>> > dressings. Last for over a week, allow viewing of healing or other
>> > problems, and are very easy to apply.
>> >
>> > OrangeBug
>> >
>>
>>Is there a supply source/brand name for these membranes???
>
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