Sponsor Spotlight: TreadBands – The Headband That Actually Stays Put

By Alex Barclay

At NurseCon, we love shining a spotlight on companies that go the extra mile for nurses and TreadBands has done just that. With their innovative spirit, commitment to comfort, and one-of-a-kind grip technology, TreadBands has truly changed the game for headwear, especially for those of us who spend long hours on our feet.

A Tire-Inspired Innovation That Works

If you’ve ever tried to find a headband that doesn’t slip mid-shift (or mid-squat), you know the struggle is real. TreadBands was created by a field hockey and lacrosse coach who was tired of seeing athletes ditch their slipping headbands during play. After testing just about every option on the market velvet, spandex, silicone, you name it — she found her inspiration in an unexpected place: tires.

Yes, tires. The idea was to mirror the way tire tread grips the road. That led to the creation of the Patented TreadGripStrip — a soft, neoprene foam strip that mimics tire tread to stay put without pulling your hair, causing breakouts, or absorbing too much sweat. The result? A headband that actually stays where it’s supposed to, even during your busiest days.

Built in Pennsylvania. Trusted by Nurses.

TreadBands is proudly USA-made, with all manufacturing happening in McSherrystown, Pennsylvania, in partnership with a local Amish sew house. What started as a sports solution has grown into something much bigger. When they noticed a surge of orders coming from nurses, the TreadBands team leaned in hard.

They began designing headbands specifically with nurses and healthcare workers in mind, with styles and patterns that reflect the heart of the profession and the realities of long shifts. TreadBands aren’t just cute and comfortable they’re practical and purpose-built.

Supporting the NurseCon Community

TreadBands has been a longtime supporter of the NurseCon community, and we’re so grateful for their continued partnership. From NurseCon Orlando to NurseCon at Sea, and now Camp NurseCon, they’ve helped our thousands of attendees stay focused, sweat-free, and stylish with their very own custom NurseCon TreadBands.

Our events bring together nurses from across the U.S. (and beyond!), and it’s amazing to work with a brand that truly understands and celebrates our community. TreadBands shows up for nurses not just with a product that works, but with genuine support and love for what we do.

Giving Back, One Band at a Time

Their impact doesn’t stop at performance gear. TreadBands has also been featured on Good Morning America, is a proud sponsor of USA Field Hockey, and regularly supports causes close to their heart including breast cancer awareness, animal rescues, and NCAA athlete sponsorships.

Want to Try TreadBands?

TreadBands is offering an exclusive discount just for the NurseCon community. Use code NURSE24 for 20% off at checkout to try one for yourself — and see why not all headbands are created equal.