Influence of epidermal hydration on the friction of human skin against textiles

Friction and shear forces, as well as moisture between the human skin and textiles are critical factors in the formation of skin injuries such as blisters, abrasions and decubitus. This study investigated how epidermal hydration affects the friction between skin and textiles.The friction between the...

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Published in:	Journal of the Royal Society interface Vol. 5; no. 28; p. 1317
Main Authors:	Gerhardt, L-C, Strässle, V, Lenz, A, Spencer, N D, Derler, S
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	England 06.11.2008
Subjects:	Adult Biomechanical Phenomena Body Water - physiology Female Friction Humans Male Sex Factors Skin Physiological Phenomena Textiles
ISSN:	1742-5689
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