URGOBAND Short-stretch bandage 8 cm x 5 m, 1 pc

Instructions for use for URGOBAND Short-stretch bandage 8 cm x 5 m, 1 pc

Directions for use of Urgoband short-stretch bandage 8 cm x 5 m: The Urgoband short-stretch bandage is a compression bandage that can be used for compression therapy of venous diseases and oedema. It can also be used as a support and relief bandage for injuries of the postural and locomotor system. The bandage is air-permeable, skin-friendly and has a high working pressure. It is longitudinally elastic and can be washed at 60°, while retaining its elasticity even after prolonged use. Areas of application include long-term treatment of chronic venous disease, thromboembolic venous disease, oedema and other indications. Note that the bandage should not be applied directly to open wounds and should only be used on intact skin. There are certain contraindications, such as advanced peripheral arterial disease, decompensated heart failure, septic phlebitis and phlegmasia coerulea dolens. There are also relative contraindications such as pronounced weeping dermatoses, compression material intolerance, severe limb sensitivity disorders, advanced peripheral neuropathy and primary chronic polyarthritis. The Urgoband short-stretch bandage is a product of Urgo GmbH and can be ordered from your online pharmacy. It is important that you always consider the specific requirements of the area or wound to be dressed when using dressings. Dressings for wound care should always be at hand in your medicine cabinet. You can get more information on bandages from your pharmacy.