TENA Wash Glove (Wet (moist, unscented))

Practical Personal Care for Older Adults

Daily personal care plays an important role in caring for bedridden family members and patients. For over 50 years, TENA has been developing versatile solutions and products for incontinence care and personal hygiene that are specifically tailored to the needs of those affected while also providing significant relief for caregivers. Disposable wash gloves have proven effective for full-body cleansing in everyday care. Washing in bed with the hygienic Wash Gloves is comfortable and less strenuous* for patients, and it also reduces the workload and physical strain on caregivers.

Hygienic and comfortable: Disposable wash gloves for adults

TENA Wet Wash Gloves are soft wash gloves designed for the daily, comfortable full-body cleansing of older adults and bedridden individuals. This practical disposable product is infused with a gentle cleansing lotion and offers a proven alternative to soap and water. The sensitive skin of older adults is gently cleansed, resulting in less dryness, irritation, and itching.** The dermatologically tested ingredients help maintain the skin’s natural pH balance. Thanks to its fragrance-free formula, the wash glove is also suitable for very sensitive skin.

These alcohol- and soap-free disposable wash gloves are easy to use and are discarded after personal hygiene. This is more convenient and hygienic than using a washbasin and reusable washcloths.

• The Benefits of TENA Wet Wash Glove, Fragrance-Free
• Convenient moist washcloth for daily full-body cleansing
• Gentle care with a mild cleansing lotion
• Fragrance-free
• Ideal for very sensitive older skin
• Promotes skin health: Helps maintain the skin’s natural pH balance
• Dermatologically tested, alcohol- and soap-free
• Easy to use and dispose of
• Hygienic and comfortable, eliminates the need for reusable wipes

Instructions for Use

TENA Wet Wash Gloves, Fragrance-Free, make the daily cleaning routine easier. This saves valuable time for other tasks involved in caring for people who need assistance.

To clean the entire body, use four wash gloves, making sure to use both sides of each glove.

Use TENA Wet Wash Gloves at room temperature. The disposable wash gloves can be slightly warmed for added comfort. In this case, check the temperature before use.

Make it comfortable for the patient. TENA Wet Wash Gloves are suitable for washing in bed while sitting or lying down.

Use the first glove to wash your face and neck, then the right side of your upper body. Now use the other side of the glove to clean the left side of your upper body.

Use the second glove for the lower right side of the body; use the other side of the glove to wash the lower left side of the body.

Use the third Wet Wash Glove to clean your back.

Now, using the fourth washcloth, first wash the front genital area and then use the other side to wash the back genital area.

After use, dispose of the used disposable wash gloves in the household trash.

FAQ

What should I keep in mind when warming the wash gloves?

TENA Wet Wash Gloves can be easily heated in the microwave. Place the gloves in their packaging in the microwave for 30 seconds at 600 W. Then check the temperature before using the product.

How do patients respond to full-body cleansing with wet wipes?

Those affected find daily personal hygiene with the wash glove more comfortable and less strenuous than conventional cleaning with a washbasin and reusable wipes. This is also supported by study results.*** Washing in bed is faster thanks to the wet gloves; furthermore, this method of full-body cleansing causes less pain for people who suffer from cramps, pain, and mobility impairments.**** Are the wash gloves suitable for cleaning the genital area in cases of incontinence?

Yes, you can also use the TENA Wet Wash Glove to clean the genital area when changing incontinence products. Residues of urine and feces are gently removed, leaving the patient feeling clean and fresh again.

This disposable product also promotes better hygiene, as you discard the washcloth after use. Unlike reusable washcloths, which must be washed at high temperatures, this saves a lot of time and effort.

* Dutch Ministry of Health, Welfare, and Sports. Successful Pathways in Care Institutions, 2006 (excerpt in English).

** LOCOmotion, Knibbe & Knibbe. Summary of Results: Washing Without Water, 2013.

*** See above, Knibbe & Knibbe. Summary of Results: Washing Without Water, 2013.

**** LOCOmotion, Knibbe & Knibbe. Ergonomic aspects of washing without water for healthcare providers, 2005.