JOURNAL of the JAPAN RESEARCH ASSOCIATION for TEXTILE END-USES
Online ISSN : 1884-6599
Print ISSN : 0037-2072
ISSN-L : 0037-2072
Water Properties of Breast Pad Materials for Females Post Breast Cancer Surgery from the Viewpoint of Thermal Comfort
Harumi MOROOKAKaeko SANOMamiko YATAGAI
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2015 Volume 56 Issue 1 Pages 54-60

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The water characteristics of pads worn by women for breast shape adjustment after removal of one breast as a result of breast cancer surgery were clarified from the viewpoint of thermal comfort. Six females who had undergone breast cancer surgery participated as subjects. The pad materials studied in the experiment included silicone gel, urethane foam, cotton, and polyester. The results showed that the highest humidity and lowest temperature on the inside of the pad were observed for the silicone pad, for which the hygroscopicity and moisture permeability are approximately zero. In addition, it was found that the mean skin temperature and oral temperature rose rapidly after walking, as physiological responses. The humidity on the inside of the pad was the lowest for cotton padding, for which the hygroscopicity and moisture permeability are high. Assuming that the material has high moisture permeability, it is important for the pad and cover materials to have a high moisture regain in order to reduce thermal discomfort for the wearer.

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