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rdf:type
lifeskim:mentions
pubmed:issue
11
pubmed:dateCreated
2011-7-5
pubmed:abstractText
This article discusses long- and short-stretch compression bandages and the theory underpinning their practical application. The Laplace equation is outlined to estimate sub-bandage pressures. Challenges associated with applying therapeutic levels of compression include bandage tension, number of layers, limb circumference and bandage width. Multi-layer bandaging is important for the management of chronic oedema. As poor bandaging techniques can lead to tissue damage, pain, oedema and necrosis, practitioners should be skilled in their application. Through collaboration between specialists and generalists and ongoing practice development, patient outcomes can be improved.
pubmed:language
eng
pubmed:journal
pubmed:citationSubset
N
pubmed:status
MEDLINE
pubmed:issn
0966-0461
pubmed:author
pubmed:issnType
Print
pubmed:volume
20
pubmed:owner
NLM
pubmed:authorsComplete
Y
pubmed:pagination
681-2, 684, 686-7
pubmed:meshHeading
pubmed:articleTitle
Compression bandaging: types and skills used in practical application.
pubmed:affiliation
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.
pubmed:publicationType
Journal Article