Grip-Lok securement devices are medical fasteners designed to hold IV lines, catheters, and other tubing securely in place on a patient's skin, reducing the risk of accidental dislodgement. Grip-Lok securement products help protect insertion sites and improve patient comfort during treatment.

Grip-Lok securement devices are designed for nurses, clinicians, and caregivers managing patients with IV lines, urinary catheters, feeding tubes, or other indwelling medical devices. These products are used in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home health settings where consistent tubing securement is a priority.

Apply a Grip-Lok securement device by cleaning and drying the skin at the securement site, then pressing the adhesive base firmly onto the skin before threading the tubing through the locking mechanism. Confirm the lock is engaged and the line has no tension pulling at the insertion site.

Grip-Lok securement products are compatible with a range of medical tubing including IV lines, PICC lines, urinary catheters, and feeding tubes, with different models sized to match various tubing diameters. Choosing the correct Grip-Lok size for your tubing diameter is essential for a secure, reliable hold.

Choose a Grip-Lok securement device by matching the product's tubing channel size to the outer diameter of the specific catheter or IV line being secured. Grip-Lok offers multiple size options, so reviewing the tubing specifications before ordering helps ensure a proper fit and prevents slippage.

Yes, Grip-Lok securement devices use a gentle adhesive backing intended to minimize skin trauma, making them suitable for patients with sensitive skin including elderly individuals or those undergoing prolonged treatment. Always assess the patient's skin condition before application and follow facility protocols for adhesive product use on fragile skin.

Because dedicated securement devices like Grip-Lok products provide a more consistent and reliable hold than medical tape, which can loosen with moisture, movement, or skin oils. Grip-Lok securement devices are engineered specifically to anchor tubing without compressing or kinking the line, reducing the chance of accidental removal.

Grip-Lok securement products are available through Cart Health, an online medical supply store that carries the full Grip-Lok line for healthcare facilities and home health use. Ordering through Cart Health gives clinicians and caregivers access to the complete range of Grip-Lok securement options in one place.

Grip-Lok securement devices outperform standard catheter tape by providing a mechanical locking channel that holds tubing in a fixed position, whereas tape relies solely on adhesion that can degrade over time. Grip-Lok products are specifically engineered for securement, offering a more structured and repeatable solution than general-purpose medical tape.

Store Grip-Lok securement devices in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight and humidity to preserve the integrity of the adhesive backing before application. Keep Grip-Lok products in their original packaging until use, and check the expiration date on each unit before applying to a patient.