Crepe Bandage

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Crepe bandage is a lightweight bandage which provides support and warmth in many medical health situations. Most of the people use it for getting recovered from the problem of sprain, strains and correct the bone problems like fractures. It also serves as a compression bandage to support the veins which are getting recovered from the injury. Keep in mind that crepe bandages should not be applied to the wounds directly. The basic feature of this bandage is that it is stretchable and elastic which makes it easier for you to wrap it on the affected area without any problem.

Crepe Bandage

Crepe bandage is known for its easy wrapping, uniform support, good control and smooth pressure. It is made of superior fabric quality which does not irritate any kind of joint flexibility. You can use such bandage again and again after washing it in warm water without affecting its elasticity. Such bandages can be used at hospitals, houses and clinics. People can use it at home without any professional help. You must keep it in the first aid kit as its necessity can come any time. It is light in weight, so carrying it anywhere is not a problem.

Features of Crepe Bandages

  • Can be washed in warm water, restores elasticity; therefore bandage can be used again and again.
  • Does not affect normal skin breathing
  • Fast edges cotton crepe bandages. Distinct crepe characteristic through non-elastic, 100% cotton warp threads.
  • Does not affect muscular and joint flexibility
  • Great elasticity, controlled, uniform & smooth pressure
  • Specially designed for metal clips for firm support

The material which is used in making this product is cotton mixed with wool or rayon. The bandage is fabric in which there are two folded crepe cotton threads which form the wrap. These threads are arranged in the pattern of two threads in an S twist and two threads in a Z twist. Keep in mind that if you are using it every now and then, the chances of losing its elasticity are more which will make it more stretched out. However, you can get its elasticity back by washing it in hot water.

Types of Crepe Bandages

Elastic Crepe Bandages

Such bandages are stitched from all sides which make it better for not losing thread and the product can be used without losing elasticity. These bandages are sealed in plastic containers. On request, you also get it with X-ray thread.

Features

  • Washing in warm water is necessary to restore elasticity to use again and again.
  • It does not hamper muscular and joint flexibility
  • Better elasticity, controlled, uniform, and smooth pressure and allows normal skin breathing.

Elastic Adhesive Crepe Bandage

This product is manufactured for BP specifications. It has all features like any other crepe bandages. The elasticity gets affected only if it is used every time. It is mostly used for healing strains, cramps, painful joints, sprains and skin grafts. You get crepe bandages in different sizes. Here is the list of sizes which are available in the market.

  • 5 cm X 4 m
  • 7.5 cm X 4 m
  • 10 cm X 4 m
  • 15 cm X 4 m
  • 20 cm X 4 m

If you are planning to buy bleached 98% cotton crepe bandages, they are available in sizes of:

  • 5 cm X 4 m
  • 7.5 cm X 4 m
  • 10 cm X 4 m
  • 15 cm X 4 m
  • 20 cm X 4 m

Crepe bandages are made in two different forms, bleached and unbleached. You will also find different colors of these bandages available in the market. Many people however prefer to buy white or off white bandage. They are packed in sterile and non-sterile packages.