3M Reston Self-Adhering Foam Products

3M Reston self-adhering foam is a padding material built for one job clinicians know well: protecting vulnerable skin and bony areas from the constant pressure of positioning, casting, and orthopedic hardware. This open-cell polyurethane foam distributes pressure and cushions high-risk points, which makes it a familiar choice for pressure redistribution, offloading, and padding under braces, splints, and casts.

The line comes in two densities suited to different tasks. The 3M Reston Self-Adhering Foam Dressing (1561H) is a thicker 15/16-inch pad at 7.875 x 11.75 inches?substantial cushioning for heels, sacral areas, and other pressure-prone spots where you need real depth. The 3M Reston Self-Adhering Orthopedic Pad Dressing (1560M) runs a slimmer 7/16 inch, better suited to lining casts and splints or padding areas where bulk gets in the way. Both are non-sterile and self-adhering, so they stay put without separate tape or adhesive spray.

A common question: is Reston sterile? No?these are non-sterile pads intended for intact skin and padding applications, not for placement in open wounds. The self-adhering backing grips skin and materials on contact and trims easily with scissors, letting you cut a pad to the exact shape of a heel, elbow, or the inside of a cast. The large sheet size means one piece can cover a broad area or yield several custom-cut pieces, which helps control cost in a facility setting.

3M Reston sits within a broad range of trusted 3M skin and wound care products. Explore the full 3M collection for more, or compare related lines such as 3M ACE supports and 3M Blenderm tape when your padding needs pair with wrapping or securement.