- Weight: 0.91 lb
- Adheres well to a variety of surfaces
- Provides a light support and may also be used as padding for such devices as beds, chairs, and operating room tables
- Can be cut, layered, and shaped
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Learn more:
- MFR: 3M Ships from MFI Medical
- MPN: 1563L
- Phone: (800) 228-3957
Frequently asked questions
Is this self-adhering foam easily customizable?
Yes, the 3M Reston Self-Adhering Foam Roll is highly versatile and designed for easy customization.
Since the foam is lightweight and conformable, you can easily cut, layer, and shape it to meet specific application requirements. This allows for precise adaptation for numerous uses, including:
- Skin Protection: Serving as a protective barrier under medical devices such as splints, casts, and prostheses.
- General Padding: Providing light support and cushioning for various surfaces, including beds, chairs, and operating room tables.
Is the foam roll self-adhering?
Yes, the 3M Reston Foam Roll is specifically designed to be self-adhering. It utilizes good adhesion properties, allowing it to stick securely to a variety of surfaces without requiring any additional adhesives.
This feature ensures easy and secure application when used for protective padding, such as:
- Protecting skin under medical devices (splints, casts, and prostheses).
- Providing customizable cushioning for surfaces like beds, chairs, and operating room tables.
What are the main uses for this foam roll?
The 3M Reston Self-Adhering Foam Roll is a versatile padding solution designed for primary and secondary applications:
- Primary Function (Skin Protection): Its core purpose is to act as a protective barrier to safeguard skin integrity. It is specifically used under medical devices such as splints, casts, and prostheses to prevent skin damage.
- Secondary Function (General Padding): The material provides light support and cushioning. It is often utilized as general-purpose padding for various surfaces, including hospital beds, chairs, and operating room tables.
This foam is lightweight and highly conformable, allowing it to be easily cut, layered, and shaped to meet specific application requirements.
Is the self-adhering foam lightweight and conformable?
Yes, the 3M Reston Self-Adhering Foam Roll is made from a specialized lightweight and highly conformable foam.
This material is designed for versatility and ease of use:
- Adaptability: It can be easily cut, layered, and shaped, allowing for precise customization to fit various contours and application requirements.
- Skin Protection: Its conformable nature makes it ideal for use as a protective barrier, safeguarding skin integrity when placed under medical devices like splints, casts, or prostheses.
- Self-Adhesion: The foam is self-adhering, ensuring good adhesion to a variety of surfaces to keep the padding securely in place.
How does the Reston Foam Roll protect skin?
The 3M Reston Self-Adhering Foam Roll is specifically engineered to act as a protective barrier, safeguarding skin from irritation and damage caused by prolonged contact with rigid medical devices. Its design ensures comprehensive protection through:
- Secure Adhesion: The foam is self-adhering, ensuring it stays reliably in place to maintain continuous coverage and prevent shifting that could cause friction.
- Customizable Fit: The material is lightweight and highly conformable. It can be easily cut, layered, and shaped to achieve a precise fit over body contours, minimizing pressure points and maximizing cushioning (4.76 mm thickness).
- Damage Prevention: It is primarily used to protect skin integrity when applied under splints, casts, and prosthetic devices.
Additionally, the foam provides light support and can be used as general padding for surfaces such as beds, chairs, and operating room tables.
What are the precise dimensions of the foam roll?
The 3M Reston Self-Adhering Foam Roll is sized for extensive use and customizing, featuring substantial coverage and light support. Its precise dimensions are:
- Width and Length: 4 inches x 196 inches
- Thickness: 4.76 mm
This foam is lightweight and highly conformable, allowing it to be easily cut, layered, and shaped for applications like skin protection under casts or general padding for medical equipment.
Does the foam adhere reliably to surfaces?
Yes, the 3M Reston Self-Adhering Foam Roll is specifically engineered for reliable adhesion across diverse applications.
- The material exhibits good adhesion to a variety of surfaces, ensuring it stays securely in place.
- This allows it to function effectively as a protective skin barrier under medical devices (splints, casts) or as general padding on beds and chairs.
Does this foam provide sufficient support?
Yes, the 3M Reston Self-Adhering Foam Roll is designed to provide light support. It’s ideal for cushioning and acting as a protective barrier.
What is the thickness of the foam?
The foam has a thickness of 4.76 mm, providing a substantial yet conformable layer of padding.
Can this foam be used for high-pressure points on furniture?
Yes, this versatile material is excellent for providing protective cushioning to high-pressure areas. Beyond its primary use in medical applications, it is highly effective for:
- Adding comfort to beds and chairs.
- Padding surfaces on operating room tables.
- Reducing pressure points on various institutional furniture.