3M Steri-Strip Elastic Skin Closure

The non-invasive nature of the 3M Steri-Strip Elastic Skin Closure—meaning it secures the wound without the need for sutures or staples—provides valuable advantages:

• Improved Cosmetic Outcomes: By eliminating the need to penetrate the skin, the strips significantly reduce tissue trauma, which helps minimize scarring compared to invasive closure methods.
• Enhanced Comfort: The soft, non-woven backing contributes to a gentler application and better comfort during wear.
• Cost-Effective Care: The strips are designed to be a less expensive alternative to comparable skin adhesives, sutures, or staples.

Yes, these 3M Steri-Strip Elastic Skin Closures are made with a pressure-sensitive, hypoallergenic adhesive.

This specialized adhesive is designed to minimize the risk of skin irritation or allergic reactions, ensuring comfort even for patients with sensitive skin.

The adhesive is applied to a breathable, porous, non-woven elastic backing. This allows the closure strip to stretch dynamically with body movement or swelling (edema), promoting secure yet comfortable, non-invasive wound healing, especially in highly contoured areas.

The strip features a porous, non-woven elastic backing material. This construction is key to the product’s function, particularly in areas subject to movement or swelling:

• Dynamic Conformity: The material stretches with body movement or edema, ensuring the wound closure integrity is maintained in highly contoured areas.
• High Comfort: The backing is soft, non-woven, and breathable, contributing to patient comfort during wear.
• Hypoallergenic Adhesive: It is coated with a secure, pressure-sensitive hypoallergenic adhesive, making it suitable for sensitive skin applications.

The 3M Steri-Strip Elastic Skin Closure is available in a variety of sizes designed to fit different wound dimensions and highly contoured areas. The available dimensions include:

• 0.125” x 3”
• 0.25” x 3”
• 0.25” x 1.5”
• 0.25” x 4”
• 0.5” x 4”
• 0.5” x 2”
• 1” x 5”

The elastic property of the Steri-Strips allows them to stretch with body movement and edema (swelling). This is particularly useful in areas subject to musculoskeletal movement, ensuring the strips remain in place and comfortable.

The quantity of 3M Steri-Strip Elastic Skin Closures per box varies depending on the size configuration you select. You can find boxes containing either 25 or 50 strips.

For example:

• Most standard sizes include 50 strips per box.
• Larger variants (such as the 1” x 5” size) typically include 25 strips per box.

Yes, the 3M Steri-Strip Elastic Skin Closures are specifically engineered for dynamic anatomical locations where flexibility and movement are crucial for maintaining wound integrity. This non-invasive method also helps reduce scarring and the risk of infection.

They are ideal for closing minor cuts and wounds in areas that are:

• Highly Contoured: The porous, non-woven elastic backing allows the strips to conform seamlessly to body curves and irregular shapes.
• Subject to Movement: Perfect for wounds near joints or areas with frequent musculoskeletal activity, as the strip stretches with movement.
• Prone to Edema (Swelling): The elasticity accommodates tissue swelling without compromising closure integrity or adding excessive stress to the wound edges.

These Steri-Strips are tan in color, providing a cosmetically pleasing appearance that blends well with most skin tones.

The 3M Steri-Strip Elastic Skin Closures are sterile and come in a peel-open package, ensuring they are ready for immediate use while maintaining a sterile environment for wound closure.

Yes, the 3M Steri-Strip Elastic Skin Closures are designed to be breathable due to their porous, non-woven elastic material, which helps maintain skin integrity during healing.