Medical Tape Survey: 1 in 4 Using for Over 5 Years; Design Offers Significant QOL Value.

A March 2026 survey by Merry Care Shop reveals that 23.1% of medical tape users have been utilizing it for over 5 years, with nearly 20% using it daily. While skin irritation remains the top physical concern, the study highlights the psychological importance of design. Interest in aesthetic tapes rises to 40.6% among those fixing medical devices like catheters. 68% of design-oriented users are willing to pay a premium, suggesting that visual appeal functions as a crucial tool for improving the quality of life (QOL) of long-term patients and their caregivers.