Molnlycke Tubifast 2-Way Stretch Tubular Bandage

Molnlycke Tubifast 2-Way Stretch Tubular Bandage is lightweight elasticated tubular bandage with radial and longitudinal stretch. This unique mode of action allows patients complete freedom of movement, with added comfort. Ideal for dressing retention and skin covering for any part of the body. It can also be used for patch wrapping and as an under-cast stockinette. It holds dressings securely in place without the need for tapes, pins or ties. It is quick and easy to use, with less risk of fraying than traditional tubular bandages.

Benefits of Tubifast 2-way stretch Bandage

• Lightweight elasticated tubular bandage
• Radial and longitudinal stretch1 for fixation anywhere on the body
• Quick and easy to use, with decreased fraying
• Holds dressings securely, without constriction or compression
• Does not contain natural rubber latex

Molnlycke Tubifast 2-Way Stretch Bandage Features

• Molnlycke Tubifast 2-Way Stretch Tubular Bandage holds dressings securely, without constriction or compression
• Available in a range of quick reference, colour-coded sizes, to fit everything from small limbs to adult trunks
• Variety of lengths are available, ensuring cost- effectiveness by minimising waste
• Quickness and ease of use means the risk of cross-contamination is reduced
• Less fray, so there is less risk of fibres in the wound
• Made of Viscose, Elastane and Polyamide

What to buy with Tubifast 2-Way Stretch Tubular Bandage?

• Smith & Nephew Skin Prep Protectants
• ConvaTec Aloe Vesta Body Wash And Shampoo
• 3M Tegaderm Transparent Film Dressing - Picture Frame Style

Where to use Tubifast 2-Way Stretch Bandage?

Tubifast 2-Way Stretch can be used as a dressing retention and skin covering for any part of the body. It can also be used for patch wrapping and as an under-cast stockinette. Because of its tubular construction, Tubifast 2-Way Stretch is particularly suitable for holding dressings in place on difficult areas such as stumps of amputee patients

How Tubifast 2-Way Stretch Works?

It is manufactured from viscose with very fine elastane threads knitted into the fabric radially and longitudinally, to provide light elasticity. Tubifast 2-Way Stretch holds dressings securely, without constriction or compression. No pins or tapes are necessary. Its two-way stretch allows patients complete freedom of movement and added comfort. Tubifast 2-Way Stretch is available in a range of five widths, and has been designed to fit snugly over all limbs, no matter what the shape or size

How to use Molnlycke Tubifast 2-way Stretch Bandage?

• Choose the correct width bandage, using the quick reference color code, and cut to length
• Stretch the piece of Tubifast 2-Way Stretch over the hands and over the affected area, if securing a dressing. If full limb coverage is required, the Tubifast 2-Way Stretch is simply pulled or rolled on as a stocking.
• The Tubifast 2-Way Stretch covers the dressing and gives it a light, even, non-constricting pressure. It may be applied in a double layer, especially over joints for extra security, or the edges may be tucked under. Whichever method is used, Tubifast 2-Way Stretch is quick, easy and comfortable and stays in place.