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Material properties for selecting for medical padding.

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Alex_17

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I am looking at foams and rubbers. What kind of material properties do I need to consider for skin contact and cushioning? Thanks.
 
I am guessing that compression strength must be allow the maximum pressure and young's modulus should be lower than skin?
 
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