What are overshoes? Where is it used?
Shoe covers are used in hospitals and other facilities in isolation rooms to prevent infection. Galoshes are especially produced as single-use items and sterilized to prevent the spread of infection.
WHAT ARE OVERSHOES?
Shoe covers are used in hospitals and other departments in isolation rooms to prevent the spread of infection. They allow nurses, doctors, and other staff to move comfortably in hospital departments such as neonatal services, infectious diseases, and operating rooms. Additionally, they prevent patients from coming into contact with bacteria and viruses carrying infectious diseases. Previously, some preventive measures used were sterile gloves and face masks. However, little attention has been paid to the foot area and this region has not been considered a source of infection. Due to a lack of awareness on this issue, infectious materials were carried into hospital wards along the walking paths.
For instance, despite all the measures taken to ensure a sterile working environment, pathogenic microorganisms can still enter these areas through patients or doctors, threatening not only the patient but also the surgical team. These microorganisms are ready to interact with the air and the Earth. When entering and leaving areas such as the operating room throughout the day, shoes can bring microorganisms to many areas where people are present. These infectious microorganisms not only threaten the health of patients but also that of hospital staff. Therefore, the purpose of using shoe covers or galoshes is to prevent exposure to unexpected infections as mentioned above. Shoe covers are typically used for surgical procedures that require sterilization, and are removed by the wearer before leaving the area.
Single-use shoe covers, also known as disposable galoshes, have an elastic structure. They are durable, stain-resistant, and can be worn with or without shoes, fitting all foot sizes. The textured surface of the shoe cover prevents slipping even on polished floors. Galoshes are used to keep the environment clean and hygienic, protecting your feet from germs, dirt, and dust. With a wide range of applications, galoshes are used in hospitals, laboratories, sports facilities, food preparation facilities, and dust-sensitive factories.
