3M ADAPTIC TOUCH Non-Adhering Silicone Dressing

Solventum (Formerly 3M) ADAPTIC TOUCH Non-Adhering Silicone Dressing

3M Health Care is now Solventum. The same products you know and trust, now under a new brand.  

ADAPTIC TOUCH™ Dressing is a flexible, open-mesh primary wound contact layer comprised of cellulose acetate coated with a soft tack silicone designed to facilitate fluid transfer to secondary dressings and minimize adherence and pain at dressing change.

Key Features

• Advanced mesh design allows for atraumatic removal

• The soft tack silicone assists dressing application and helps prevent adherence of the secondary dressing to the wound

• A large number of small sized pores, to minimize the risk of granulation tissue in-growth
• Enables fluid transfer to a secondary dressing, reducing the risk of exudate pooling and macertion
• Easy to apply and protects the wound whilst minimizing patient pain and trauma on removal and dressing change
•  Cuttable 

In a series of international case studies, ADAPTIC TOUCH™ Dressing was used as an alternative to traditional wound contact layers under V.A.C.®Therapy to protect fragile wound structures and benefit patients with a range of wound types. Over the course of those treatments, clinicians reported that ADAPTIC TOUCH™ Dressing was easy to use and remove, did not adhere, and did not cause patients pain during use or upon removal.

Uses

• Primary wound contact layer for use in the management of dry to heavily exuding, partial and full-thickness chronic wound
• Venous Ulcers
• Decubitus (pressure) Ulcers
• Diabetic Ulcers
• Traumatic Wounds
• Surgical Wounds
• Donor Sites
• First and second-degree burns
•  V.A.C. Therapy  and Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (under medical supervision)

How to Use Solventum (Formerly 3M) ADAPTIC TOUCH Non-Adhering Silicone Dressing

1. Select a dressing size that is slightly larger than the wound.
2. Prepare the wound according to your wound management protocol. Ensure the surrounding skin is completely dry.
3. Remove one of the backing papers of ADAPTIC TOUCH. Place the dressing directly over the wound and smooth into place.
4. Remove the second backing paper using surgical tongs or forceps. If more than one piece of ADAPTIC TOUCH is required, ensure dressings overlap to avoid secondary dressing adherence to the wound. Overlap should be minimized to prevent occulsion of holes.
5. Cover ADAPTIC TOUCH dressing with a secondary dressing. Choose the secondary dressing based on the level of exudate. Apply any secondary cover or retention/compression bandage.
6. Dressing change frequency is dictated by good wound care practice and will depend on the condition of the wound. ADAPTIC TOUCH dressing may be left in place for several days. To remove, remove the secondary dressing then remove the dressing from the wound bed and discard.

3M Adaptic Touch Silicone Dressing FAQs

What kind of wound is Adaptic used for?

Adaptic is designed to be used a primary wound contact layer for managing dry to heavily exuding, partial and full-thickness chronic wounds such as venous ulcers, pressure ulcers, diabetic ulcers, traumatic wounds, surgical wounds, donor sites, and first and second degree burns.

How long should Adaptic Non-Adhering dressing stay on?

Adaptic Dressings may be left in place for several days, depending on the amount of exudate. Your doctor will determine the dressing change schedule based on your wound type.

Are vaseline gauze and Adaptic the same?

Vaseline gauze and Adaptic dressing are similar, but not exactly the same. Both are non-adherent dressings used to protect the wound from sticking to the dressing, reducing pain and trauma. However, Adaptic dressings are impregnated with a petroleum emulsion. Vaseline gauze is coated with petroleum jelly.

Can you put Adaptic under a wound vac?

Yes, Adaptic can be used under a wound vac as part of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy with medical supervision.

Downloadable Resources

User Guide

Advanced Wound Dressings

Related Products

Product Item Number

TCH501, TCH502, TCH503, TCH504