Scarring, particularly following burns or trauma can result in lasting physical, psychological, and functional consequences. Among the most established treatments in scar rehabilitation is compression garment therapy, a clinically recognised method to reduce hypertrophic and keloid scarring. With over 40 years of experience, Jobskin® remains at the forefront of developing medically effective, made-to-measure compression garments that align with the best clinical evidence.

Multiple studies confirm the effectiveness of constant-pressure garment therapy in improving scar outcomes. Contrary to common confusion with vascular garments, burn scar compression garments apply consistent pressure across the affected area. This steady pressure—­typically in the range of 15–30 mmHg—is designed to:

• Reduce collagen synthesis
• Flatten raised scars
• Improve elasticity and pliability
• Reduce erythema and itchiness

The Cochrane Review (2024)¹ reinforced this position, confirming Pressure Garment Therapy as the most widely used and safest intervention for scar management, supporting its continued use alongside patient preference and clinical judgement.  

Further, the systematic review by De Decker et al. (2023) ², Pressure therapy for scars: myth or reality supports pressure therapy in both preventive and therapeutic settings. Their findings showed consistent improvements in scar thickness, colour, and pliability, with treatment most effective when started early within 2 months of injury and maintained for 12–24 months to optimise outcomes. 

A 2023 study published in Journal of Burn Care & Research³ highlighted that children fitted with bespoke burn compression garments within 6 weeks post-wound closure showed significant improvement in scar colouration and elasticity over 12 months, particularly when garments were worn consistently for over 20 hours per day. 

Together, these reviews reinforce the practical and clinical value of pressure garments as a safe, non-invasive, and a mainstay of multi­dis­cip­linary scar rehabilitation. Decades of clinical practice and research support the use of pressure garments in scar management and is still regarded by many specialists as the gold standard for managing hypertrophic scarring.­  

Best Practice Guidelines:

• Early Intervention: Begin garment therapy within 6–8 weeks post-epithe­li­ali­sation.
• Consistent Wear: Garments should be worn up to 23 hours per day, for 12–24 months, until scar maturation and no further improvement is noted.
• Uniform Pressure: Use made-to-measure garments to deliver consistent therapeutic pressure.
• Holistic Care: Combine with moisturisation, sun protection, and silicone therapy.

New Jobskin® Premium continues to push the boundaries in compression therapy through improved garment design and the use of advanced textile materials. Advancements in technologies enable the development of Bio-functional Textile Materials⁴, these combine high performance textiles with cosmetics, examples include AloeVera, and Vitamin E. Beiersdorf introduced skin shaping shorts containing Q10 coenzyme and Q10 is used in many creams including Nivea®.

Jobskin® Q10 is a unique Powernet produced with yarn incorporating micro­en­cap­sulated Coenzyme Q10 which is demonstrated to support skin hydration and improve elasticity. This Powernet is also knitted in a square-knit stretch, delivering an even better fit and consistent compression. Available in five skin tones aligned with Fitzpatrick types II–VI and two fun prints.

Jobskin® Active, designed for comfort and movement, is made with an ultra-fine knit fabric with UV protection SPF>50, high stretch, and a durable “sporty” aesthetic. Knitted so that it will not ladder and with a smooth finish, it offers enhanced durability —ideal for active patients or younger users.

Jobskin® Original is still available, using proven high-performing Powernet in 8 solid colours and 7 prints. Full customisation options are possible with our Original line, including selecting finishings, zips and threads. The personalisation of garments has been shown to improve compliance from the wearer.

Why Choose Jobskin®?

• 40+ years of clinical and manufacturing expertise
• Uniform compression targeted at scar modulation
• Engineered and designed to ensure optimal therapeutic fit and optimum outcomes
• New Bioactive fabric for enhanced comfort and hydration
• Trusted by burn centres and rehabilitation units worldwide

Jobskin® garments support patients through every stage of scar healing—­offering not just compression, but an improved cosmetic outcome, confidence, function, and quality of life.

Speak to a Clinical Specialist: To learn more about our garments or clinical training services, contact our team today. We're here to support you in delivering evidence-based, patient-focused scar management solutions.

 

References:

1. Pressure-garment therapy for preventing hypertrophic scarring after burn injury. Harris IM et al. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2024.
2. De Decker I, Beeckman A, Hoeksema H, et al. Pressure therapy for scars: Myth or reality? A systematic review. Burns. 2023;­49(4):­741–­756. doi:­10.­1016/­j.­burns.­2023.­03.­007
3. Effectiveness of Compression Garments with Silicone versus Compression Garments Alone on Hypertrophic Scar. 571. PMC. 2023.
4. BIOFUNCTIONAL TEXTILE MATERIALS: Cosmetic textiles. Nebojša Ristić et al. 2022.

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