Is is okay to wear them for about a week before changing them by putting tape on them when i shower? or is is more effective to change them everyday?
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Even with the tape, they won't stay put after a shower. I usually take the pads off when I shower and put them back on after I am completely dry. You can wash them with soap and water every few days to "reactivate" the adhesive (it's a bit tricky because they tend to curl up). I get about 4-5 days of use before throwing them away.
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That is why I bought them but then started working 6 days a week and haven't used them regularly. When you have them on, your arms really sweat underneath them. I feel they will would work fine if you use them every day. I intend to test that theory starting next month!
254942
I wear them when my feet are in hot/warm water like bath or foot soak. The warm water helps foot muscles relax and stretch appropriately.Also sometimes, for 15 minutes or so, while watching a TV show. You can really do whatever works best for you.
1969962
Agreed - hand wash and dry. I wouldn't use them frequently though, maybe just one more time.
321990
I put them on afterwards, but putting them on before might make more sense. Thank you! They work brilliantly by the way!
887930
They say you should wash them and reapply twice a day and discard after one week. That's easy if you have a small scar. I found the strips.did not last a week and became less and less adhesive within a few days, but they do suggest applying tape help hold them in place. After the expense of these strips, due to having long post surgical scars, I think it would be more financially
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warm soapy water works pretty good for me, I don't know that I would use alcohol on them, might shorten the life of them!edit: as stated by another person, not much soap is needed. Also, I clean my ears with q-tips daily also, but my ears produce massive amounts of wax for some reason, and I also work long days and keep my earbuds in for 6-12hrs a day. I haven't noticed any degradation in quality of noise cancellation, and have washed my tips at least a couple times already... I'm sure at some point that would be an issue, but I just wash them gently then roll them in a towel lightly squishing them as I roll them so as to help dry them out as quickly as possible... anyways, enjoy! warm soapy water works pretty good for me, I don't know that I would use alcohol on them, might shorten the life of them!edit: as stated by another person, not much soap is needed. Also, I clean my ears with q-tips daily also, but my ears produce massive amounts of wax for some reason, and I also work long days and keep my earbuds in for 6-12hrs a day. I haven't noticed any degradation in quality of noise cancellation, and have washed my tips at least a couple times already... I'm sure at some point that would be an issue, but I just wash them gently then roll them in a towel... » Read More warm soapy water works pretty good for me, I don't know that I would use alcohol on them, might shorten the life of them!edit: as stated by another person, not much soap is needed. Also, I clean my ears with q-tips daily also, but my ears produce massive amounts of wax for some reason, and I also work long days and keep my earbuds in for 6-12hrs a day. I haven't noticed any degradation in quality of noise cancellation, and have washed my tips at least a couple times already... I'm sure at some point that would be an issue, but I just wash them gently then roll them in a towel lightly squishing them as I roll them so as to help dry them out as quickly as possible... anyways, enjoy! « Show Less
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I started with the sensitive ones and then ordered these thinking they'd come off as easily... they do NOT! I can only get these tan ones off in the shower and even then sometimes get left behind with some goo... the clear "Breathe Right Extra Clear for Sensitive Skin" ones come off SOOOOOOOOOO much easier! I haven't had ANY problems with them coming off too easy, but I can peel it off in the morning when I get up BEFORE I hop in the shower which was not possible with these tan ones. I know this may be too late for you, but hopefully it helps someone! I used them while pregnancy had me swollen and snoring. I started with the sensitive ones and then ordered these thinking they'd come off as easily... they do NOT! I can only get these tan ones off in the shower and even then sometimes get left behind with some goo... the clear "Breathe Right Extra Clear for Sensitive Skin" ones come off SOOOOOOOOOO much easier! I haven't had ANY problems with them coming off too easy, but I can peel it off in the morning when I get up BEFORE I hop in the shower which was not possible with these tan ones. I know this may be too late for you, but hopefully it helps someone! I used them while... » Read More I started with the sensitive ones and then ordered these thinking they'd come off as easily... they do NOT! I can only get these tan ones off in the shower and even then sometimes get left behind with some goo... the clear "Breathe Right Extra Clear for Sensitive Skin" ones come off SOOOOOOOOOO much easier! I haven't had ANY problems with them coming off too easy, but I can peel it off in the morning when I get up BEFORE I hop in the shower which was not possible with these tan ones. I know this may be too late for you, but hopefully it helps someone! I used them while pregnancy had me swollen and snoring. « Show Less
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We would change the dressing approximately twice a week when the nurses came to help my sister-in-law. For myself I left one on for 5 days with no problems. It protected my surgery incision completely when showering with no moisture seeping in to get the bandage wet. It may be different for others, but that it my experience. Hope this helps answer your inquiry.
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It is not recommended to wear them 24/7 as they are hard to keep in place if walked on. The best is the put them on right after a shower because the heels are already softened and better yet slather on some heel cream right before putting them on at bedtime. The next morning you will see and feel a remarkable difference. It's best to get as much dead skin and hard callus off of your heels for the product to Maximize your results.
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I buy them in advance. They are sealed in a bag, so they will last a long time. If you use them only at certain times, store in a baggie.I just change mine every 30 day after constant wearing.
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Yes. You can take a shower, go swimming, etc. They stick well. The only issue I've had is forgetting to take one off and it got really stuck. They are a lot like a bandaid, except bigger.
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Yes, we were in a cruise and wore them during a full week without removing them. We used them in the swimming pools or even in the shower.
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I don't know for certain but from my experience I have worn them in the shower and continued to wear them for hours afterwards, as they dry quickly. They really are long lasting. But I did try to swim in the pool with them once when I forgot to remove them and they came off in the water. So for me, it seems as though getting them wet is not so much a problem but immersing them fully in water for awhile will loosen them off the skin.
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It depends on how waxy your ears get. I've noticed mine will last two weeks of daily wear before I have feel like replacing them. I always wash my hands before putting them in so I don't add any extra germs. Hope that helps!
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I have had mine for a month now and I wear it only when I go out to a meeting where I am communicating with people. So actually, I think as long as you shape it once or twice a week in warm water, it can go for a good while. I would state approx. 3 months if you do not use it everyday. I do not use them everyday. I just use them for meetings only. I would say to use them whenever necessary.
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I personally only wear them about a week/ 7days, and yes if you first try to put them on it a little hard but after a while you will get the hang of it and it would be super easy .