Tubigrip Elasticated Tubular Support Bandage – 1 Metre
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Tubigrip is a multi-purpose elasticated tubular support bandage that provides firm, comfortable support for sprains, strains and swelling. Supplied in a practical 1 metre length, it can be cut to suit the affected area and applied without pins or adhesive tape.
✔ Firm Support For Sprains And Strains
✔ Helps Manage Swelling
✔ Elasticated Tubular Construction
✔ Easy To Apply And Reapply
✔ No Pins Or Tape Required
✔ Available In Sizes B To F
Firm, Comfortable Support For Sprains, Strains And Swelling
Tubigrip from Mölnlycke is an elasticated tubular support bandage designed to provide firm and even support around the affected area. Its tubular construction makes it easy to pull over a limb, while the elasticated material adjusts to the contours of the body and distributes pressure evenly.
Unlike traditional bandages that need to be wrapped and secured, Tubigrip stays in position without pins or adhesive tape. It can be removed and reapplied when required, making it a convenient addition to home, sports and workplace first aid supplies.
Tubigrip is designed to provide firm support in the management of sprains, strains and swelling.
Key Benefits
- Firm support: Provides even support around the affected area.
- Useful for sprains and strains: Designed to provide support where an elasticated tubular bandage is appropriate.
- Helps manage swelling: Provides consistent, even compression around the covered area.
- Elasticated construction: Adjusts to the contours of the body for comfortable support.
- Easy to apply: The tubular design can be pulled over the affected limb without complicated wrapping.
- No pins or tape: Designed to remain in position without separate fastening.
Which Tubigrip Size Should I Choose?
Choosing the correct Tubigrip size is important. The bandage should provide firm, comfortable support without being excessively tight. Use the guide below to help identify the most appropriate size for the area you want to support.
- Size B: Small hands and arms
- Size C: Medium arms and small ankles
- Size D: Large arms, medium ankles and small knees
- Size E: Large ankles, medium knees and small thighs
- Size F: Large knees and medium thighs
These descriptions are a general sizing guide. The correct size depends on the circumference of the area being supported as well as its location. If you are unsure which Tubigrip size is appropriate, seek advice from a healthcare professional.
How To Apply Tubigrip
- Choose the appropriate Tubigrip size for the affected area.
- Cut the bandage to approximately twice the length of the area being supported, allowing an additional 2–3cm for overlap.
- Pull the Tubigrip over the limb like a stocking.
- Double the bandage back over the limb to create two layers.
- Position the upper edge of the second layer approximately 2–3cm higher than the first layer.
- Make sure the bandage lies smoothly and comfortably without folds or wrinkles.
If your condition worsens, stop using Tubigrip and consult a healthcare professional.
What Can Tubigrip Be Used For?
Tubigrip provides firm support and can be useful in the management of:
- Sprains
- Strains
- Swelling
Its convenient tubular design makes it a useful product for home first aid supplies and situations where straightforward elasticated support is required.
Why Use Tubigrip Instead Of An Ordinary Bandage?
The tubular construction makes Tubigrip particularly straightforward to apply. Rather than wrapping a conventional bandage repeatedly around a limb and fastening it, Tubigrip is pulled over the affected area and doubled back to provide support.
The elasticated material adjusts to the contours of the body and distributes pressure evenly across the covered area. No pins or adhesive tape are required to hold it in place.
Can Tubigrip Be Cut To Size?
Yes. Tubigrip can be cut to the length required for the area being supported. For standard double-layer application, Mölnlycke recommends cutting approximately twice the required limb length, allowing an additional 2–3cm for overlap.
This Zoom Health product is supplied as a practical 1 metre length, making it suitable for customers who do not require a full roll.
Can Tubigrip Be Used Over A Dressing?
Tubigrip can be applied over an appropriate wound dressing where tubular support and dressing retention are required. Make sure the underlying dressing is positioned correctly before applying the Tubigrip and that the finished application is comfortable.
For wound care without compression, Zoom Health also stocks a range of dressings and fixation products including Melolin Low Adherent Dressings, 3M Micropore Surgical Tape and Hypafix Self-Adhesive Fixation Tape.
Important Safety Information
Correct sizing and application are important when using an elasticated support bandage.
- Do not use Tubigrip if you have a known hypersensitivity to any of its fibre content.
- Stop using Tubigrip and consult a healthcare professional if your condition worsens.
- Keep the bandage clean and discard and replace it if it becomes soiled.
- Seek professional advice if you are unsure whether compression or support is appropriate for your condition.
Important: Tubigrip contains natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic reactions, including serious allergic reactions in susceptible individuals.
Product Information
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Tubigrip |
| Manufacturer | Mölnlycke Health Care |
| Product Type | Elasticated Tubular Support Bandage |
| Length | 1 Metre |
| Available Sizes | B, C, D, E and F |
| Colour | Natural |
| Sterile | No |
| Elasticated | Yes |
| Contains Natural Rubber Latex | Yes |
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Tubigrip Used For?
Tubigrip is an elasticated tubular support bandage designed to provide firm support in the management of sprains, strains and swelling.
How Do I Choose The Correct Tubigrip Size?
Choose according to both the part of the body and the size of the limb. Size B is intended for small hands and arms, progressing through Sizes C, D and E to Size F for large knees and medium thighs. If you are unsure which size is appropriate, seek advice from a healthcare professional.
Do I Need To Secure Tubigrip With Tape?
No. Tubigrip’s elasticated tubular construction allows it to remain in position without pins or adhesive tape.
Do I Use One Or Two Layers Of Tubigrip?
The standard Mölnlycke application method uses a double layer. Cut the bandage to approximately twice the required length, pull it over the limb and then double it back over itself.
Can Tubigrip Be Cut To Size?
Yes. Tubigrip can be cut to the required length. This product provides a 1 metre length that can be cut according to the area being supported.
Does Tubigrip Contain Latex?
Yes. Tubigrip contains natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic reactions, including serious allergic reactions. Do not use Tubigrip if you have a known hypersensitivity to its fibre content.
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