A Study to Assess Wound Healing Efficacies of Different Adhesive Bandages

A 28-Day, Single-Center, Randomized, Comparator-Controlled, Proof-of-Principle Study to Assess Wound Healing Efficacies of Different Adhesive Bandages

The purpose of this study is to assess the wound healing efficacy (time to complete healing) of different adhesive bandages.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Fitzpatrick Skin Type II or III
• Uniform skin color on both volar forearms
• Generally in good health based on medical history reported by the participant
• -Individual has signed the Photographic Release and Informed Consent Documents along with (HIPAA) disclosure
• Willing to have temporary (semi-permanent) dot-tattoos applied to the volar forearms

Exclusion Criteria:

• Has known allergies, hypersensitivity, or adverse reactions to anesthetics, adhesive bandages, latex, wound treatment products, or any component/ingredient present in the Investigational Products (IPs)/auxiliary/ancillary products
• Has a known history of a blood-clotting disorder, keloid formation, or a cardiovascular, hepatic, or renal disease
• Presents with a skin condition that would, in the opinion of the PI or Study Physician, confound study results, increase risk to participant, or interfere with study evaluations
• Has excessive hair or tattoos on either volar forearm
• Has a known history of severe systemic immune system disorders
• Has self-reported Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes
• Has self-reported uncontrolled chronic diseases
• Is taking medication that would mask an adverse event, confound study results or alter/compromise the bleeding/healing process
• Is self-reported to be pregnant or planning to become pregnant
• Has a body mass index (BMI) above 35
• Is self-reported to be an alcohol or drug abuser
• Has participated in another clinical trial within 10 days
• Either is or lives with someone who is a current employee of any company that makes/markets adhesive bandages or first-aid products