compression wrap

Tight stretchy bandage

A compression wrap is an elastic bandage wrapped firmly around a body part to reduce swelling, support injured tissue, or improve circulation.

Athletes use compression wraps on sprained ankles or knees; medical versions treat conditions like lymphedema or varicose veins.

The wrap applies steady pressure without cutting off blood flow: Keep the compression wrap on for the first 48 hours.

Related

joint support · ACE · tight · snug fit · wound · snug · swelling · sprain · muscle strain · ankle · knee · sports injury · athletic · tensor · coil · rolled up · unroll · secure

Categories
Opposites
pressure application

compression wrappressure release

Reducing internal force

loosening · unwrapping

immobilization method

compression wrapcast

Performers, throw, or splint

plaster cast · fiberglass cast · walking boot

Family

compression, compress, compressed, compressing, compressor, compressive, decompress, decompression, wrap

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Top 200,000
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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G