How to use the elastic bandages？

Elastic bandage (also known as elastic bandage wrap) is used for many different injuries or diseases. It is a commonly used staple in first aid procedures and is often found in first aid kits. 

1. Elastic bandage commonly usage

Elastic bandages are used to apply pressure to a specific area or injury. By preventing fluid from accumulating at the site of injury, they help minimize swelling.

Compression can also be applied by using compression sleeves, but these are usually used for chronic pain or blood circulation management.

Common conditions for using elastic bandage include:

l A sprained wrist or ankle

l Muscle strain

l The limbs swelling

l Varicose veins

l Bruise or contusion

2. Select the elastic bandage width

Elastic bandages are usually 2 to 6 inches wide. The wider the elastic bandage, the more compression you gain without blocking the actual blood flow. Typically, for an adult, a 3 or 4 inches bandage will be better.

A narrow 2-inch wide elastic bandage will fit the adult's fingers and the child's arms and legs.

3. The correct way to use an elastic bandage

Elastic bandages are great for relieving new injuries or inflammation and help keep swelling. However, there is a limit to how long you can compress the damage. At some point, increased blood flow to the injured area is needed to facilitate healing.

Right way

l Use elastic bandages only for the first 24 to 48 hours after injury.

l Combine rest and elevation with compression as much as possible.

Wrong way

l Do not apply both ice and compression. This can lead to frostbite.

l Don't wrap the elastic bandage too tightly. The idea is to stop the swelling, not to stop the blood flow altogether.

l Do not try to cover your ankle or knee with an elastic bandage to avoid further injury. Elastic bandages do not provide support. They're just for compression.

4. How to wrap a sprained ankle

If you've sprained your ankle, your doctor may tell you to wrap it up to minimize swelling. If the sprain is more severe, other steady support may be needed. If sprains are minor, simply squeezing the package will solve the problem.

Here's how to wrap your ankle:

l Hold your ankles at a 90 degree Angle. First wrap the ball of your foot twice, then arch it up.

l Place the elastic bandage on top of your foot, wrap it around your ankle, and cross it back to the other side of your foot.

l Do this in a figure-eight pattern, wrapping around the arch of the foot each time around the ankle.

l When covering the ankle, secure the end of the elastic bandage where it will not disturb the skin.

l Make sure the packing is tight, but not too tight.

5. Cover your knees or legs

Depending on your injury, you may or may not want to use an elastic bandage. If you are recovering from knee surgery, your surgeon may ask you to use a pressurized wrap to help with the healing process.

The technique will vary for different types of injuries in the knee, shin, and thigh areas. Be sure to consult your doctor for appropriate techniques to avoid cutting off circulation or worsening the condition.

6. Take-out the elastic bandage

If sprains or strains are minor, switch to a pressurized package to reduce swelling. Remember, elastic bandages are used to compress and provide minimal support.

Pay close attention to the wound wrapping to ensure that the compression of the wrap does not cut off circulation to the foot, hand, or any other part of the body.

If you're not sure how to dress a wound, consult your doctor, sports coach, or other reputable sources.

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