TENA Extra Underpads 355 23x36 Polymer Core
TENA® Extra Underpad #355 – 23" x 36"
Stay-Dry Polymer Technology in the Hospital-Standard 23" x 36" Format: Instant Fluid Trapping, Leak-Proof Blue Barrier, Latex-Free Comfort
The TENA® Extra #355 pairs the most-used underpad size in care with a genuinely capable core. Purpose-built for light accidental urine loss and protective draping during hygiene procedures, its Stay-Dry polymer technology traps liquid the moment it hits the surface—pulling it down through the topsheet and bonding it in the core, away from the user's skin, so wetness never lingers where it can irritate. Where basic fluff pads absorb and hold moisture loosely near the surface, the #355's polymer-based core locks it down, keeping the contact layer dry between changes and the environment hygienic and fresh.
The rest of the build backs that core up. A high-quality blue waterproof backsheet forms a complete moisture barrier beneath the pad, guaranteeing that fluid never reaches mattresses, chair cushions, or linens. The soft non-woven topsheet stays gentle against skin through repeated procedural placement, and—like the whole pad—is made without natural rubber latex, keeping it safe for sensitive users and the caregivers handling it daily. At 23" x 36", one pad covers the hip-to-thigh critical zone of a bed or an entire seating surface, and the bag of 25 and case of 150 formats are priced for how light protection is actually used: frequently, and by the box, with FSA/HSA funds if you choose.
Key Performance Features & Benefits
- Stay-Dry Polymer Technology: The absorbent polymer core traps liquid rapidly and bonds it away from the surface, protecting the user's skin from lingering moisture contact—the mechanism that separates this pad from fluff-only economy alternatives.
- Leak-Proof Waterproof Barrier: The high-quality blue backsheet is fully impermeable, acting as a complete moisture barrier so absorbed fluid never strikes through to furniture or linens.
- Gentle Latex-Free Surface: The soft non-woven topsheet is comfortable against skin during extended contact and repeated procedural use, and the pad is not made with natural rubber latex—safe for users with latex sensitivities.
- Hospital-Standard 23" x 36" Coverage: The industry-standard bed-protection format covers the critical zone of a mattress or a full chair seat with a single pad, fitting seamlessly into care routines built around this size.
- Dual-Duty Design: Equally suited as standing bed/chair protection for light leakage and as a protective barrier layer during daily hygiene procedures, brief changes, and perineal care.
- FSA/HSA Eligible: Reimbursable through Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
Equipment Specialist Insight: Place the pad blue side down with the soft non-woven surface facing the user, running the 36" length across the bed so the pad centers under the hips—the standard hospital orientation—and smooth it flat from the center outward to close the wrinkle channels that carry fluid past the core. For procedural use, slide it under the hips before starting the change or wash so mid-procedure fluid lands on the pad, not the sheet. Within TENA's underpad family, think of the #355 as the polymer step within the light tier: choose it over a fluff-only pad whenever the user will remain on the pad after wetting, since polymer lock-down resists pressure squeeze-out that loose fluff cannot. It remains a light-rated pad—if the core gels firm from a single episode or soaks through overnight, the output has outgrown the tier; move to a moderate or heavy pad rather than doubling up. The case of 150 is sized for exactly this pad's rhythm: frequent, routine changes.
Detailed Technical Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will moisture press back against the skin (rewet) if the user sits or lies on the pad after wetting?
A: The Stay-Dry polymer core is the answer to exactly this. Captured liquid is bonded into a locked state within the core, so sitting or lying body-weight pressure cannot squeeze it back up through the non-woven topsheet the way compressed wet fluff releases moisture in basic pads. That makes the #355 appropriate for users who remain on the pad between scheduled changes. The boundary is its light-duty capacity: as the core approaches saturation, rewet resistance declines—so if surface dampness appears before the next change, step up an absorbency tier.
Q: Should this pad be used on its own or together with a tab-style brief or pull-on?
A: Both, depending on the job. A tab-style open brief or pull-on chassis provides anatomically contoured containment worn on the body; the #355 protects the surface beneath and doubles as the procedural drape during changes. For genuinely light leakage, it stands alone on the bed or chair. For users wearing a body-worn product, it's the classic backup layer in the classic backup size—catching leg-gather bypass during side-sleeping and protecting the sheet while the garment is off during perineal care.
Q: What's the difference between the TENA Extra #355 and the TENA Regular #352 in the same 23" x 36" size?
A: Both are light-rated, hospital-standard pads, so the choice comes down to construction emphasis. The Extra #355 centers on its Stay-Dry polymer core—fast liquid trapping and pressure-resistant lock-down, making it the pick when the user stays on the pad between changes. The Regular #352 pairs its fluff-and-microbead core with a vented quilted topsheet and sealed edges, favoring surface airflow and perimeter leak control. Many routines settle it by role: the #355 where lock-down matters most, the #352 where the quilted surface and sealed perimeter fit the user. Either way, both carry TENA's brand consistency in the same footprint.
Retail Disclaimer: Technical metrics, capacity ratings, dimensions, and material details on this page are compiled directly from manufacturer and vendor data files. Product specifications, packaging counts, and construction may be updated by the manufacturer without notice. We recommend confirming real-time specifications, sizing, and packaging details before completing checkout. This product information is not medical advice; consult a healthcare professional for guidance on incontinence management appropriate to your situation.
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