Bandage

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Bandage

Bandage (/ˈbændɪdʒ/; from the Latin banda, a strip) is a piece of material used either to support a medical device such as a dressing or splint, or on its own to provide support to or to restrict the movement of a part of the body.

History

Bandages were used by ancient Egyptians and continue to be used today in a variety of ways, most commonly for wound dressing.

Types of Bandages

There are several types of bandages, each with specific uses. These include:

  • Adhesive bandage: This is a small, flexible sheet of material which is sticky on one side, with a smaller, non-sticky, absorbent pad stuck to the sticky side. The pad is placed against the wound to help it heal.
  • Compression bandage: A compression bandage is often used to apply pressure to a specific area of the body.
  • Triangular bandage: This type of bandage is used for various applications, including the immobilization of dislocations and fractures.
  • Tube bandage: Tube bandages are used to provide support and to restrict movement.

Usage

Bandages are used for a variety of reasons, including controlling bleeding, dressing wounds, supporting sprains or strains, and immobilizing broken bones.

Related Terms

  • Dressing (medical): A dressing is a sterile pad or compress applied to a wound to promote healing and protect the wound from further harm.
  • Splint: A splint is a device used for support or immobilization of a limb or the spine.
  • First Aid: First aid is the initial care given to a person suffering from an injury or illness.

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