6D Tape for Scars and Swellings (and after Breast Operations)

6D Tape is designed for physiotherapy, lymphatic therapy, and active self-care. The unique 6D handles can move tissue in six different directions.

The self-care kit includes treatment instructions and pre-cut 6D handle tapes for two treatment sessions lasting 3–10 days.

Purpose:

Treatment of post-breast surgery scars and swelling: During the formation of a scar after breast surgery, there is a risk of adhesions developing between damaged tissues. This often leads to restricted tissue gliding, as well as decreased tissue flexibility and range of motion. A scar adhered to connective tissue (fascia) often causes movement limitations and pain, not only at the scar site but also elsewhere in the body due to tightness along the connective tissue chains.

Lymphatic flow occurs in the surface layers of the skin. Swelling or lymphedema may occur when adhered scar tissue prevents lymphatic flow. Lymphedema can also result from the removal or damage of lymph nodes. If lymph nodes have been removed from the armpit of a breast cancer patient, there is a risk of lifelong arm lymphedema.

Soft tissue manipulations can increase mobility and flexibility in the scar area, detach scar adhesions in connective tissue, and reduce swelling.

Dosage:

Read the treatment instructions included in the package! Scar treatment should begin no later than 3 weeks after scar formation or immediately after stitch removal. However, do not begin scar treatment if breast cancer treatments are ongoing – consult with your treating physician first. Scar treatment is performed by mobilizing the scar area directly, as instructed.

Swelling around the scar area should be treated earlier by activating lymphatic flow around the scar without moving the scar itself or interfering with scar healing. Even older scars can benefit from treatment since the body’s connective tissue continuously remodels itself. Therefore, breaking down adhesions and promoting flexibility in the scar is possible even years after scar formation.

First, activate the supraclavicular area (supraclavicular fossa) by pressing and lifting the handles about 15 times for one minute.

1. Scar treatment: Continue activation in the scar area by pressing, lifting, and rotating the handles for 5–10 minutes. Conclude the treatment by pressing and lifting the handle 15–30 times for one minute in the supraclavicular area.
2. Treatment of arm swelling: Continue activation by pressing, lifting, and rotating the handles first in the shoulder area, then in the elbow area, and finally in the palm area. Treat each area for about 1–2 minutes. Continue the treatment in reverse order, moving from bottom to top. Conclude the treatment by pressing and lifting the handle 15–30 times for one minute in the supraclavicular area.
3. Treatment of arm lymphedema: Then activate the lymph node area in the groin about 15–30 times for one minute. Continue activation by pressing, lifting, and rotating the handles first in the shoulder area, then in the elbow area, and finally in the palm area. If wearing a compression sleeve, there is no tape on the elbow area. Treat each area for 1–2 minutes. Continue the treatment in reverse order, moving from bottom to top. Conclude the treatment by pressing and lifting the handle 15–30 times for one minute, first in the groin lymph node area and then in both the left and right supraclavicular areas.

Repeat treatment every 3–4 hours.

Contents:

• 6D Tape with two handles (120 mm long) – 10 pieces
• 6D Tape with three handles (180 mm long) – 4 pieces
• 6D Tape width: 48 mm
• Treatment guide A5, 8 pages

Material:

Adhesive

The patented acrylic adhesive used in 6D Tape handle tape adheres well and is hypoallergenic. Latex-free.

Material

The base material of the 6D Tape handle tape is unique, skin-friendly kinesiology tape. 6D Tape is made of 98% cotton. The base tape is flexible. The handle material is non-stretch. Both the base tape and handle material are breathable and waterproof.

Notes:

Contraindications for 6D Tape treatment

All contraindications for massage, physical, and lymphatic treatments apply. Acute infection. Cancerous tumors during ongoing treatments – consult your treating physician first. Open wound – do not treat directly over an open wound. Do not treat directly over a fresh injury. Fresh vein thrombosis. Bleeding disorder. Use caution when treating thin skin. Vascular prosthesis – do not treat directly over it. Varicose veins – do not treat directly over varicose veins. Pregnant women without medical professional approval. Pacemaker – do not treat directly over the pacemaker or its leads. Use caution in the neck area – especially over large blood vessels. Protein-poor swelling due to heart failure (cardiac edema). If unsure about the suitability of 6D Tape, consult a trained specialist or physician before starting treatment.

Additional Notes

Stop 6D Tape treatment immediately if symptoms such as skin itching or irritation occur. Stretching the tape during application is the most common cause of skin irritation or other unwanted skin reactions. Do not apply the tape to damaged or irritated skin. Do not use the tape for any purpose other than its intended use. The ideal temperature for applying 6D Tape handle tape is 20–30°C. The tape color may differ from images on the packaging and brochures.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding:

Pregnant women should not use without medical professional approval.

Storage:

Store the tape at 5–30°C. Avoid direct sunlight. Cannot be reused after removal from the skin. Keep out of reach of children.

Size:

Package size: 170 mm * 250 mm * 7 mm.

Color:

Blue

Additional Information:

6D Tape handle tape is designed to enable tissue mobilization in six different directions. The six directions are forward, sideways, and upward along the x, y, and z axes, as well as rotational movements around each axis. Tissue mobilization positively affects lymphatic flow, blood circulation, fascia, scar tissue, muscles, and joints. Tissue activation through upward and downward movement of the handles promotes tissue metabolism and fluid flow.

6D Tape has CE marking as a Class 1 medical device in Europe in accordance with the Medical Device Directive MDD 93 / 42 / EEC.