SoftskinAir: The Breathable Liner that Combines Comfort and Safety
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Summary:
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SoftskinAir is the first breathable silicone prosthetic liner
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Micropores wick sweat, reduce heat, and prevent skin irritation
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Designed for all-day comfort, stability, and skin protection
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Hypoallergenic, non-irritating silicone ideal for sensitive limbs
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Available in locking and cushion models for BK and AK amputees
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Safety is fundamental for individuals with lower-limb loss; the prosthesis must securely attach to the leg while remaining comfortable and preventing pressure points. This is where prosthetic liners come in. However, not all prosthetic liners can protect your residual limb from skin irritation, moisture buildup, and slippage. So, a thoughtfully engineered prosthetic liner can ideally help you prioritize both comfort and skin health without compromising safety.
Enter Uniprox’s SoftskinAir, the world’s first breathable silicone prosthetic liner. It features micropores that drain sweat and moisture, helping users stay cooler, drier, and more comfortable throughout the day—whether you’re walking, working, or taking on more active pursuits.
A Breathability-First Liner
Residual limb skin often experiences constant pressure and is enclosed by layers of material, creating a trapped environment for heat and moisture. This can cause skin breakdown, fungal growth, bad odors, and discomfort.
SoftskinAir tackles this problem directly with its micropores, which facilitate excellent sweat wicking. The outer layer of the liners allows sweat to evaporate, keeping your residual limb cooler and drier.
In a test, the breathable silicone liner SoftskinAir demonstrated its function effectively. The micropores prevented even minimal perspiration.
Skin-Friendly Silicone
The SoftskinAir is made from silicone but designed to provide a skin-like, responsive feel. The silicone is smooth, gentle, and non-irritating, even for sensitive skin. This makes it ideal for users prone to friction, chafing, or chronic irritation from liners.
Additionally, its hypoallergenic qualities help minimize allergic reactions or redness, which is crucial for those who wear it long-term.
Safety Through Stability
SoftskinAir focuses on comfort while maintaining safety. It reduces sweat and heat buildup inside the socket, helping to keep the suspension stable throughout the day. A dry limb lowers the risk of pistoning or rotational movement within the socket, which can cause instability or falls.
For users with active lifestyles or those who prefer fewer disruptions, such as taking regular breaks to dry the residual limb, the SoftskinAir breathable liner is especially beneficial.
Designed for Everyday Life
SoftskinAir is built for the real world. Think hot climates, busy days, long commutes, extended standing, and varied activity levels. It demonstrates how a liner can enhance both comfort and safety through thoughtful design.
The SoftskinAir liner is available for those with below-knee and above-knee limb loss. You can also choose between locking and cushion liner variants, as well as various shore hardnesses: from the softer NS30 for more sensitive residual limbs to the durable NS50 for more demanding activities.
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