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e·las·tic ban·dage

a bandage containing stretchable material; used to provide local compression.

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e·las·tic ban·dage

(ĕ-las'tik ban'dăj)

A bandage containing stretchable material; used to exert local pressure.

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elastic bandage

A bandage that can be stretched to exert continuous pressure. It usually is made of special weaves or of material containing rubber and is used on swollen extremities or joints, on the chest in empyema, on fractured ribs, or on the legs to support varicose veins.

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In relation to the type of immobilization, the highest level of comfort was observed in the patients with external fixations or orthotics 82.9[+ or -]12.4 (SD), then the patients with elastic bandage as support 80.8[+ or -]14.1 (SD), while the lowest level of comfort was reported in the patients with cast immobilization 73.4[+ or -]16.6 (SD).

EVALUATION OF COMFORT LEVEL IN PATIENTS WITH IMMOBILIZATION/PROCENA NIVOA KOMFORA PACIJENATA SA POSTAVLJENOM IMOBILIZACIJO

Oh yes, manufacturers of elastic bandages, I know you're illicitly funding the marketing of skyscraping stilettoes in order to boost your bottom line.

Rise and fall of the stiletto is music to my ears.. and ankles; Shari is head over heels that celebrities are hanging up their skyscrapers to wear flats

Results: There were 25 patients in the elastic bandage group and 26 patients in the splint group.

Comparison of two main treatment modalities for acute ankle sprain

a) Without wearing an elastic bandage, we observed an increase in SO2 and flow during exercise while rHb decreased slightly in cutaneous and subcutaneous tissue.

Microcirculation under an Elastic bandage during rest and exercise--preliminary experience with the laser-Doppler spectrophotometry system O2C

In treatment of the Mali type, conservative approaches such as leg elevation, elastic bandage, protection from trauma, and the use of antibiotics are recommended; if vascular malformation exists, surgery is required (7).

Non-healing ulcer on the foot: early onset unilateral Mali-type acroangiodermatitis

Elastic bandages are used to limit internal bleeding and accumulation of fluid in the interstitial tissues.

Bandaging and taping considerations for the dancer

A plain elastic bandage looped beneath the foot and around the ankle will turn the ankle into a useless cylinder, inhibiting movement and weakening the joint.

Quick action keeps injuries from chronic stage

* Compression: Support the ankle and foot with a firmly wrapped elastic bandage.

Sick? Stay home

Doctors suggest that mild sprains be treated by wrapping the area with an elastic bandage or tape, applying ice to reduce swelling and elevating the ankle.

Treating a sprained ankle. (Expert Advice on Health and Fitness)

* Do a thorough exam, including a joint above the injury and a joint below Keep on hand a wet woven elastic bandage wrap and real ice.

Communication is key in work with athletes. (Establish Chain of Command)

If your healthcare provider recommends compression, wrap an elastic bandage around the injured muscle or joint to reduce swelling.

Scooter Safety

So I grabbed the toe, stuffed it back where I thought it should be and wrapped my foot in an elastic bandage.