First aid uses for an ace bandage are many; here are the top 5.
When an injury occurs part of relief of pain is using the word RICE. My article on applying an ace bandage can assist you to suitably apply the ace for the "C" in RICE which is for compression.
After an injury which has created a need to apply a gauze dressing, an ace can hold that gauze bandage in place. You can then transport the injured person to the urgent care, ER or their attending doctor's office.
The word RICE has been explained by this author in the application of the ace bandage in another article for you to review. "I" in RICE stands for ice, which reduces swelling. The ace wrap can hold the ice pack in place until emergency treatment can be established for the patient.
An ace bandage can be used to immobilze an arm or hand by using it as a sling-type first aid device. By applying an ace for a stabilizer, it will remind the patient and others there is a need for caution around this injured body part.
When heat needs to be applied to the body, an ace can hold that moist or dry heat application in place for the scheduled time. A dampened wash cloth placed in the microwave for several seconds can give you an instant heat pad. Check the temperature before applying directly to the skin to avoid burns.
Thank you for sharing this list of 5. Great job.
Great 5's list aids indeed!
select one here...