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DermaSaver SkinTubes™ for Legs• Superior protection from skin tears• Non-constricting• Anti-Microbial• Breathable• Totally launderable

Two layers of soft, lightweight MicroSpring TextileTM form a loose-fittingtube that stays in place to protect fragile skin from pressure, friction andminor traumas that result in tears, bruising and minor abrasions. Unliketraditional fabric stockings, which are tight and binding, the layers ofmicrofilaments allow air-flow and moisture transfer.

Simply slip the tube over the leg, there are no hook and loop fasteners ortight fitting spandex. The narrower end of the tube gently rests on theankle to keep it from falling off. The cross microfilaments in theMicroSpring Textile allows these soft tubes to be self-supporting - theywon’t slip down or bunch up.

SkinTubes are protected by the Aegis Microbe shield which uses an EPAregistered antimicrobial technology to inhibit the growth of micro-organisms on the product.

You can use creams and ointments with SkinTubes. All SkinTubes can be completely washed and dried even in hightemperature institution laundries.

SkinTubes are also available with double protection for knees.

Sizing For Leg Tubes:

Measure around thewidest part of the calf.Choose the larger size

if measurement isbetween sizes:

X-Small: 7”-9” Small: 9”-12” Med: 12”-15”

Large: 15”-19” X-Large: 19”-23”

Full Leg TubeTwo layers of MicroSpring Textileprotect from the ankle to above theknee.

CODE SIZELT1300XS X-SmallLT1300S SmallLT1300M MediumLT1300L LargeLT1300XL X-Large

Double Knee FullLeg TubeFour layers of MicroSpring Textileprotect the knee. Recommendedfor non-ambulatory residents only.

CODE SIZEEKT1300XS X-SmallEKT1300S SmallEKT1300M MediumEKT1300L LargeEKT1300L X-Large

Knee TubeTwo layers of MicroSpring Textileprotects the knee.

CODE SIZEKT1350XS X-SmallKT1350S SmallKT1350M MediumKT1350L LargeKT1350XL X-Large

Double Knee Tube Four layers of MicroSpring Textileprotects the knee.

CODE SIZE4KT1350XS X-Small4KT1350S Small4KT1350M Medium4KT1350L Large4KT1350XL X-Large

These soft flexible tubes fit looselyand remain elongated on arms & legs

Two layers of MicroSPring Textileprotect fragile skin with 8000

microfilaments per square inch.

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Shin~Knee TubeDesigned especially for residents in wheelchairs, theShin~Knee Tube protects both the shin & the knee with2 layers of MicroSpring textile. The pleated contouredcup stays in position on the knee.

CODE SIZESKT1350XS X-SmallSKT1350S SmallSKT1350M MediumSKT1350L LargeSKT1350XL X-Large

same sizing as leg tubes

Shin TubeTwo layers of MicroSpring Textile protect from the ankleto below the knee

CODE SIZEST1350XS X-SmallST1350S SmallST1350M MediumST1350L LargeST1350XL X-Large

same sizing as leg tubes

Amputee “Stump” Cover A contoured cup of 2 layers of MicroSpring Textileprovides protection for the amputation site. Stretchfabric helps to keep the cover in place.

CODE SIZESC1350XS X-SmallSC1350S SmallSC1350M MediumSC1350L LargeSC1350XL X-Large

Sizing ForAmputee

Stump Cover: Measure the

circumference 2”above the amputationsite. Choose the largersize if measurement is

between sizes:

X-Small: 8”-10” Small: 10”-12” Med: 12”-15”

Large: 15”-18” X-Large: 18”-22”

“ “We had one resident with Peripheral VascularDisease (PVD) who was getting bruises thatwould bleed under the skin and take the skin

off her shins. Since using the DermaSaver ShinTubes, her shins have healed and she has not

had another bruise or tear.~ Dee Hendricks, DON, HillCrest Healthcare Service,

Hawarden, IA

DermaSaver Case StudySholom Home West, St. Louis Park, MN

Patient admitted to SNF on Sept 4, 2007 withwounds to knees with pronounced open area toleft l/e distal to patella.Wet-to-dry dressing doneB.I. D. Patient is premedicated for Tx and staffvery cautious due to decreased but continuedtactile defensiveness.

Oct 11, 2007: Wound base 100% granulated withmoderate. Wound now measures approx 5 x 3cm. DermaSaver Shin~Knee tubes used bilat andtolerated well. Arm~Bow tubes used for upperextremities also for protection and comfort per patient’s request.

Nov 1, 2007: Patient observed to have significant improvement to lower left extremity. Nosigns/symptoms of infection to peri-wound tissue. Wound measures 0.9 x 1.0 cm. No painpain with tube changes and this represents a dramatic improvement since admission..Noother topical treatments were used. Wounds that were on the other lower extremity are allhealed. Previous impediment to treatment was sever tactile defensivenss.

Patient and family members expressed delight with the DermaSaver products used on allfour extremities. The products that were applied daily (DermaSaver Shin~Knee &DermaSaver Arm~Bow tubes) were very comfortable and were easy to use and clean.When the patient was informed that because of his willingness to participate in the case-study, many others will benefit, the patient smiled beamingly and expressed thanks for theeducation on the products and would continue to use them once home.The otherpatients/residents who are using various DermaSaver products are all pleased with heirease of use and comfort. Timothy Green, RN-ADON

Oct 11, 2007 : Before using DermaSaver Shin~Knee Tubes

Nov 1, 2007 : After 21 days using DermaSaver Shin~Knee Tubes

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DermaSaver SkinTubes™ for Arms• Superior protection from skin tears• Non-constricting• Anti-Microbial• Breathable• Totally launderable

Two layers of soft, lightweight MicroSpring TextileTM form a loose-fittingtube that stays in place o protect fragile skin from pressure, friction andminor traumas that result in tears, bruising and minor abrasions. Unliketraditional fabric sleeves, which are tight and binding, the layers ofmicrofilaments allow air-flow and moisture transfer.

Simply slip the tube over the arm, there are no hook and loop fasteners ortight fitting spandex. The narrower end of the tube gently rests on the wristto keep it from falling off. The cross microfilaments in the MicroSpringTextile allows these soft tubes to be self-supporting - they won’t slip downor bunch up.

SkinTubes are protected by the Aegis Microbe shield which uses an EPAregistered antimicrobial technology to inhibit the growth of micro-organisms on the product.

You can use creams and ointments with SkinTubes. All SkinTubes can becompletely washed and dried even in high temperature institutionlaundries.

SkinTubes are also available with double protection for elbows.

Sizing For Leg Tubes:

Measure around thewidest part of the

forearm. Choose thelarger size if

measurement isbetween sizes:

X-Small: 5”-7” Small: 7”-10” Med: 10”-12”

Large: 12”-15” X-Large: 15”-18”

Arm TubeTwo layers of MicroSpring Textileprotects from the wrist to abovethe elbow.

CODE SIZEAT1300XS X-SmallAT1300S SmallAT1300M MediumAT1300L LargeAT1300XL X-Large

Double Elbow FullArm Tube Full arm protection with four layersof MicroSpring Textile covering theelbow. Replaces traditional foamelbow protectors.

CODE SIZEEET1300XS X-SmallEET1300S SmallEET1300M MediumEET1300L LargeEET1300L X-Large

Elbow TubeTwo layers of MicroSpring Textileprotects the elbow.

CODE SIZEET1350XS X-SmallET1350S SmallET1350M MediumET1350L LargeET1350XL X-Large

Double Elbow Tube Four layers of MicroSpring Textilecover the elbow. Replacestraditional foam elbow protectors.

CODE SIZE4ET1350XS X-Small4ET1350S Small4ET1350M Medium4ET1350L Large4ET1350XL X-Large

These soft flexible tubes fit looselyand remain elongated on arms & legs

Two layers of MicroSPring Textileprotect fragile skin with 8000

microfilaments per square inch.

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Forearm TubeTwo layers of MicroSpring Textile protectfrom the wrist to below the elbow.

CODE SIZEFT1350XS X-SmallFT1350S SmallFT1350M MediumFT1350L LargeFT1350XL X-Large

DermaSaver Case StudyEdwin Morgan Center, Laurenburg, NCKim Byrne, PTA

The resident is a 70 year old male with multiple abrasions/bruisingto bilateral forearms due to uncontrolled movements of UE and skinconditions. Diagnosis of Dementia, Psoriasis, Solar Elastosis,Xerosis Cutis, Dermatitis and Pruritis. Resident was activelyscratching at skin resulting in broken skin with active bleeding andbruising. Trials of skin ointment to alleviate itching were attempted.However, he continued to scratch with skin integrity compromise.

Oct 26 2007: Small DermaSaver Arm Tubes were issued. Areasimproved with resident able to scratch at outside of sleeve withoutcausing injury to skin..Sleeves used in conjunction with Topicort andEucerin cream. Wounds healed within two weeks with no openareas or bruising to areas protected by DermaSaver Arm Tubesdecreasing risk/portal site for infection.There are red blotchy areaswhich is due to the skin condition of psoriasis. However, you willnotice there are no scabbed or bruised areas.

The DermaSaverproducts are soft,easy to apply,comfortable for theresidents and actuallyremain in the correctalignments unlike allother products that wehave tried.

Results after two weeks wearing DermaSaver Arm Tube

Forearm Tube WithKnuckle ProtectorTwo layers of MicroSpring Textile provideall-in-one protection from the knucklesto below the elbow.

CODE SIZEFTKP13XS X-SmallFTKP13S SmallFTKP13M MediumFTKP13L LargeFTKP13XL X-Large

Arm~Bow Tube Two layers of MicroSpring textile protectthe forearm while 5 layers are kept inplace to protect the elbow. Will not rollaround the elbow.

CODE SIZEABT1350XS X-SmallABT1350S SmallABT1350M MediumABT1350L LargeABT1350XL X-Largesame sizing as arm tubes

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I love your product. Mom has hadterrible skin tears for the last couple of

years and this is the first product that hasactually prevented them! Bless you all.

~ Kit Frazer, Altamonte Springs, FL“ “

We love the DermaSaver products! It’smuch better than what we were using

before...the patients’ legs are not gettingtorn up. I’ve been in this profession for

over 20 years and this is the best productI have ever seen!

~Cora Daniel, LPN Berkley Manor, Denver, CO

DermaSaver Arm Tube

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