AD RescueWear | Wet-Wrap Therapy
What is Wet-Wrap Therapy? How is it done?
Wet–wrap therapy is a method of hydrating and moisturizing the abnormally dry skin present in eczema (also known as atopic dermatitis). By keeping the skin in contact with water through much of the night, it reduces redness and itching, decreases inflammation and allows for better sleep. However, this treatment has traditionally involved wrapping the child in gauze, which is time-consuming, messy, and, over time, expensive.
AD RescueWear body suits, tops, bottoms, and sleeves allow the application of wet-wrap therapy using specially designed garments that greatly decrease the time needed to apply the wet layer. Wrap-E-Sooth garments from AD RescueWear are made of Tencel® fabric, which is softer and which holds more water than cotton. The fabric is non-irritating, and the garments are designed without interior zippers, raised seams, or labels, to further prevent skin irritation. They are washable and repeatedly re-usable.
The easy steps involved in wet-wrap therapy are shown in the following graphic:
- Soak the Wrap-E-Sooth garment in warm water.
- Bath the child in lukewarm water for about 10-15 minutes, to deeply hydrate (wet) the skin.
- Remove excess water from the skin by patting the skin lightly with a towel.
- Apply Vaniply ointment or a similar product, to help seal the water into the skin.
- Wring out excess water from the Wrap-E-Soothe garment, and put it on the child.
- Apply a dry layer of pajamas or clothing above the Wrap-E-Soothe garment, and keep in place overnight.
IMPORTANT: Use Wet-Wrap Therapy intermittently, for flare-ups of eczema. It should not be used continuously.
Child suits, tops, bottoms and wraps for wet-wrap therapy of eczema—FDA class I Medical Device. When used under the direction of an allergist or dermatologist, wetwrap therapy can greatly promote the healing of skin affected by eczema (atopic dermatitis). Woven from TENCEL®lyocell fibers, softer and smoother than cotton, these garments are more convenient and effective than traditional wraps for holding moisture against the skin for wet-wrap therapy. Made with flat seams and no interior tags, Wrap-E-Soothe™ garments are available as body suits, tops, bottoms, or sleeves. Suit and Top have fold-over hand covers for easy wet wrap therapy of hands and to prevent scratching. Suit and bottoms have attached feet for therapy of feet and to prevent scratching. Suit features an interior zipper cover to prevent skin contact with the zipper. Sleeves are for treatment of limited areas such as elbows, knees, and ankles. All items fit under the child’s regular clothing or sleepwear. Made in USA.