Surgical scrub brushes

“Surgical scrub brushes are specialized tools used in the medical field. These brushes are designed to help surgeons and other medical personnel thoroughly clean their hands and forearms before surgical procedures.

They typically have stiff bristles that effectively remove dirt, debris, and microorganisms from the skin. Surgical scrub brushes come in various shapes and sizes to suit different hand sizes and scrubbing needs.

Using a surgical scrub brush is an important part of the preoperative preparation process, as it helps reduce the risk of surgical site infections and ensures the safety of the patient. These brushes play a crucial role in maintaining a sterile environment in the operating room.”

The use of the surgical scrub brush consists of the following steps:
Wet the hands and forearms: first wet the hands and forearms with running water.
Take appropriate amount of cleanser: Squeeze an appropriate amount of surgical cleanser into the palm of your hand.
Apply the cleanser: Use both hands to spread the cleanser evenly over the hands and forearms, making sure each area is covered.
Scrubbing Brush: Using the scrubbing brush, vigorously scrub the hands and forearms in a certain order and technique, including the fingers, palms, backs of the hands, wrists, etc., taking care to scrub the nail crevices, etc., which are prone to harboring dirt and grime. Brushing time is generally not less than 2-3 minutes.
Rinse well: Rinse hands and forearms under running water to ensure that detergent and dirt are completely rinsed away.
Dry: Dry hands and forearms with a sterile towel or paper towel.
It is important to note that when using surgical scrub brushes, it is important to follow strict protocols to ensure effective cleaning and surgical safety.