Cohesive bandage
Cohesive Bandage
A Cohesive Bandage (pronunciation: /koʊˈhiːsɪv ˈbændɪdʒ/) is a type of bandage that adheres to itself but not to skin or hair. It is often used in the medical field for securing dressings, supporting sprains and strains, and providing compression to reduce swelling.
Etymology
The term "Cohesive Bandage" is derived from the word 'cohesive', which means sticking together, and 'bandage', a piece of material used to support a medical dressing or a minor injury. The term 'bandage' comes from the French word 'bande', which means a strip or band.
Usage
Cohesive bandages are commonly used in sports medicine due to their flexibility and ease of use. They are also used in veterinary medicine for the same reasons. The bandage can be easily torn by hand, allowing for quick and easy application. It is also water-resistant, making it suitable for use in various conditions.
Related Terms
- Compression bandage: A bandage designed to exert pressure on a body part to limit the flow of blood or fluid.
- Elastic bandage: A stretchable bandage used to create localized pressure.
- Adhesive bandage: A small, flexible sheet of material which is sticky on one side, with a smaller, non-sticky, absorbent pad stuck to the sticky side.
- Gauze: A thin, translucent fabric with a loose open weave, used in wound care.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cohesive bandage
- Wikipedia's article - Cohesive bandage
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