Are you currently looking for new bandages, for your first aid kit or for your practice? We can imagine that you don’t know where to start. There are many different types of bandages. They all have their own specific characteristics. To help you on your way in your search, we have listed the different types of bandages for you. What types are there and what are they for? You can read it here.
What types of dressings are there?
These are the types of bandages:
- Tubular bandage
- Network connection
- Non-sterile gauze
- Sterile compresses
- Bandage cotton wool
- Bandages (pressure bandages)
- Quick bandage
- Sling
A deep cut , a graze , edema or a sprain. Injuries and conditions come in various types and degrees. It is therefore not surprising that there are many different types of bandages on the market. But how do you know exactly which bandage you can use for what? In the bandage list below we have clearly listed all types of bandages.
Tubular bandage
A tubular bandage is an elastic, round woven bandage. The bandage is intended to provide light compression or to fixate. The major advantages of a tubular bandage: the bandage can be placed continuously over an affected body part and it can easily take on any body shape. No extra tape is needed. Do you have oedema, varicose veins, a burn or have you sprained something? A tubular bandage offers a solution.
Network connection
Like a tubular bandage, a net bandage is made to fix compresses. The two types of bandages have the same beneficial properties and are therefore used for the same purposes. Although a tubular bandage is often made of a woven fabric and a net bandage has a net structure, the two bandages are often sold under the same name.
Non-sterile gauze
Do you want to treat wounds quickly and safely? Then use non-sterile gauze . These small, non-sterile cloths are suitable as a covering material for wounds and can also be used to clean wounds. The material of the gauze compresses is soft and has a high absorbency. Painful dressing changes are a thing of the past.
Sterile compresses
In addition to non-sterile gauze compresses, there are sterile gauze compresses . These compresses can also be used to safely clean and cover wounds. An important difference with non-sterile gauze is that sterile gauze is packaged sterile. This means you are assured of a gauze that is free of germs or other sources of contamination.
Bandage cotton wool
Stop heavy bleeding? Need padding material? Disinfect closed skin? It’s all possible with cotton wool . These synthetic cotton wools, with a high absorbency, are extremely versatile and can be used for various applications. If you don’t want to miss out during a calamity, cotton wool should not be missing from your first aid kit.
Bandages (pressure bandages)
A bandage is an elongated piece of textile that is used as a pressure bandage. A bandage is usually used in the case of edema (fluid retention) or when support is needed for sports injuries. Bandages come in different types and sizes. For example, there are short-stretch bandages , long-stretch bandages and trauma bandages . The latter category is used to stop heavy bleeding.
Quick bandage
A quick bandage is, as the name suggests, a bandage that allows you to cover large wounds quickly and easily. This type of bandage consists of a wound pad, gauze and two hydrophilic bandages. The sterile bandage provides compression and can stop the bleeding, so that the wound heals quickly.
Sling
A sling also falls under the category of bandages. This (triangular) cloth is hung around the neck and can stabilize a bruised or broken shoulder, arm, wrist or hand and keep it in the right position. The affected body part is relieved by this, so that the healing process is promoted. In addition to the triangular cloth, you can also use the blue sling.
First aid kit contents
Almost all bandages mentioned in the list above are standard in most first aid kits and bandage boxes. A well-stocked first aid kit can make all the difference when providing first aid. Do you want a checklist of the different types of bandages, so that you never run out during an emergency? Then read our blog ‘This is the content of a first aid kit’ .
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