In this article, we describe what cohesive bandage wraps are and how they are used in healthcare generally and sports medicine in particular. What Are Cohesive Bandage Wraps? Cohesive bandage wraps are bandages made from material that will stick only to itself. This is in contrast to adhesive wraps, which stick not only to themselves…
In this post, we will describe 5 cohesive bandage uses in injury treatment that may be new to you. We hope that this information will be useful in assisting you to make full use of your investment in these bandages. What Are Cohesive Bandages? Cohesive bandages (such as DynaPro SelfWrap), also known as self-adhesive or…
In this article, we will discuss the use of light elastic bandages in sports medicine and then list 3 important advantages and disadvantages of using these bandages to treat sports injuries. Light elastic bandages can be either cohesive (adhering to itself) or adhesive (adhering to dissimilar substances). In this article, we will be focusing on…
In this article, we will describe how dual use hot and cold compresses work. We will then go on to describe some of the key advantages and disadvantages of their use. How Do Hot and Cold Compresses Work? Dual-use hot and cold compresses, also known as hot/cold packs or gel packs, are therapeutic devices designed…
In this article, we will briefly describe what an elastic tape bandage is and how it works. We will then go on to describe some important advantages and disadvantages of their use. What is an Elastic Tape Bandage? An elastic tape bandage, also known as an elastic adhesive bandage or cohesive bandage, is a type…
In this article, we will first discuss the reasons for the growth in popularity of cohesive bandages. We will then explore five effective applications for these bandages in healthcare settings. Cohesive bandages, also known as self-adherent bandages or wraps, are versatile and highly useful medical tools that provide excellent support and compression. These bandages adhere…
In this article we will present 3 possibly surprising reasons why athletes wear tape. Many sports fans watching high profile athletic events on television have become used to the sight of the athletes wearing various types and colours of athletic tape. In sports such as beach volleyball, wearing tape has become more or less standard…
Cohesive bandages such as DynaPro SelfWrap are designed to stick to themselves but not to other bandages, skin, hair or other things. They are also reusable, with no loss of compression or support. In this article, we will present 3 cohesive bandage uses for which they are more appropriate than an adhesive bandage. These bandages…
