Psoriasis is a non-curable disease were actually 2-3% of
world population (125 Million people) is suffering from.
[3] Psoriasis is not a cosmetic problem; nearly 60% of the
people with psoriasis reported their disease to be a large
problem in their everyday life.[4] Just in the USA total
direct and indirect health care costs of psoriasis for patients
are calculated at USD 11.25 billion annually, with
work loss accounting for 40 percent of the cost burden.[5]
Current treatment is mainly creams to reduce the itching
and prevent further damage of the skin as well as several
pharmaceuticals. In order to offer a sustainable and long
term solution, one of our customers developed a product
line using 51 to 100% of Lenzing PROFILEN®
PTFE fibres sold as TEPSO® in form of socks, underwear,
shirts, sleeves and bed sheets.[6] TEPSO® garments
are not a cure but an effective instrument that provides
relief and an increased sense of wellbeing.
Depending on the product, PTFE fibers are blended in
the knit structure with Elastan, Polyamide or cotton in
the following product lines:
Skin Bed: 67% PTFE fiber; 33% cotton
Skin comfort: 51% PTFE fiber; 46% cotton; 3%
Polyamide
Skin Protector: 100% PTFE fiber
Skin Active: 95% PTFE fiber, 5% Elastan