Tubigrip Elasticated Tubular Support Bandage E 1m x 1.09 yards

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A sprain is an injury to a ligament. Ligaments provide stability to joints and bring bones together, but they can become damaged if they’re overstretched. The ligaments around the ankle are the most commonly injured. Sprain symptoms include:

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Every year, thousands of people get injured as a result of DIY and gardening. Some tasks may be strenuous and can exercise muscles that haven’t been used for a long time. Injuries can also occur from falling off ladders, slipping or tripping. Tubigrip supports the damaged tissue, while offering you complete freedom of movement. Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) only long enough for a single layer so only suitable for keeping dressings in place or very light support.

A muscle strain means the muscle fibres have been overstretched or torn. Most muscle strains occur because the muscle has been stretched beyond its limits or been forced to contract too strongly. A strain is sometimes called a ‘pulled muscle’. Common symptoms include: Tubigrip can be hand washed in warm soapy water and then line dried. It can help to have a spare so you can alternate between the two when you need to wash one. Should ankle braces be worn while sleeping? No, unless your medical professional recommends you do so. Should I leave my ankle wrapped overnight?

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Tubigrip is a great tool for helping to reduce swelling and provide support after injuries, but there are lots of other things that can help too. The following articles may be of interest The bandage should be sized correctly to ensure maximum benefit. If the bandage is being used following an injury seek medical advice if no improvement is seen within 72 hours. If the injury is severe or if in any doubt seek medical advice immediately. The bandage is easy to fit too. Only a single measurement around the calf or forearm is required for precise size selection. The range of five full-leg and three below-knee bandages ensures a good fit for patients. It is available in one colour: natural. Do not use this Tubular Support Bandage if warming or heat generating liniments, ointments or creams have been applied. Tubular Shape: rather than a conventional roll of bandage material which has to be carefully wound around an area, tubigrip is tubular meaning that you simply pull it on and it encompasses the area evenly.Tubigrip™ contains natural rubber latex and thus should not be used on patients with latex allergies. In addition, patients with significant arterial disease (ABIs <0.70) should not use Tubigrip™ or other similar compression bandages because of the risk of inappropriate application and possible occlusion. Application It is important to choose the right size for you to get the right amount of compression and support.