Molnlycke Tubigrip Elasticated Multi-Purpose Tubular Bandage

Features of Molnlycke Tubigrip Elasticated Tubular Bandage

• Molnlycke Tubigrip Elasticated Multi-Purpose Tubular Bandage can be used for pressure dressings
• Multi-purpose tubular bandage adjusting to the contours of the body
• If applied as a double layer to the appropriate limb size, Tubigrip will exert 10-15 mm Hg to the limb
• Reduces wastage as only the exact amount required is cut from the roll
• Washable and reusable without losing shape
• Molnlycke wound dressing provides comfortable, effective tissue support
• Full range of sizes to suit most applications
• Easy to apply and re-apply, as it requires no pins or tape
• Fitting is quick and easy

When to use this bandage?

• Treatment of strains and sprains
• Soft tissue injuries
• General edema
• Post-burn scarring
• Ribcage injuries
• Leg ulcer

Tubular Bandage Applicator

• May be used to make application easier over bulky dressings or painful joints
• Tubigrip is loaded onto the applicator, which is then positioned over the affected area
• The end of the bandage is held in position while the applicator is gently removed, leaving the Tubigrip in place

Contraindications:

• Do not use for clients with allergies to latex
• Do not use in the presence of uncontrolled heart failure
• Do not use in the presence of an uncontrolled lower limb skin or wound infection

Frequently Bought Together

• Coloplast Sween Moisturizing Cream
• Calmoseptine Moisture Barrier Ointment
• Smith & Nephew Skin Prep Protectants

How to use Tubigrip Multi-Purpose Bandage?

Things to remember while using Molnlycke Elasticated Bandage

• Always use it as a double layer.
• If you are in any doubt about the condition, or if the condition worsens, discontinue use and seek medical advice.
  Note: Tubigrip dressing contains natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic reactions, including anaphylactic responses.

How to remove it?

• The stocking should be removed at night when the client is supine.
• Remove the stocking by pulling over the foot like a pair of socks.
• Do not leave stocking pulled down or slouched around ankles.
• Stocking left pulled down or slouched around ankles may cause a tourniquet effect.

Frequency of Dressing Change

• Change the stocking if it is soiled, lost its shape or is slipping.
• Reduction of edema will result in the stocking slipping.
• Remeasure the calf and select another size of stocking.
• The stocking should be hand washed daily in cold water and hung to dry.
• Need two sets of stockings to allow the alternate stocking to dry after washing.
• The stocking will need to be replaced once it has lost its elasticity (4-6 months).

Precautions:

• Product contains latex
• Very thin legs and boney prominences are susceptible to excessive pressure and tissue damage
• Do not leave stocking pulled down or slouched around ankles as it may cause a tourniquet effect