Wound Care

Bandages (Crepe, Elastic, Gauze) are flexible, single-use or limited-use medical textiles designed for wound dressing retention, compression therapy, and joint support. Crepe bandages are woven cotton fabric with light-to-medium elasticity for securing dressings and mild support. Elastic bandages contain high-stretch synthetic fibers providing sustained, adjustable compression for venous ulcers, edema, and acute soft tissue injuries—clinically proven superior to compression stockings for post-surgical venous ulcer healing. Gauze bandages are highly absorbent, non-elastic cotton or non-woven rolls for dressing securement and wound packing. Selection is determined by required compression level, anatomical site, and clinical indication. Critical safety principles include avoiding over-tightening (one-finger rule), never applying directly to open wounds, assessing distal neurovascular status, and adherence to contraindications including significant arterial disease.