Most of the time, elastic bandages are used as part of the RICE treatment for sprains, strains and bruises.
Tour of a First Aid Kit
By Rod Brouhard, About.com Guide
Updated September 18, 2011
About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by our Medical Review Board
Elastic Bandages
Elastic bandages are used for sprains and swelling.
© Rod Brouhard
Elastic bandages help keep swelling down. Use elastic bandages for sprains and along with splints to help immobilize broken bones.
Reader Submissions: First Aid Kits for Anywhere
More First Aid Kits
See More About
Explore First Aid
- About.com
- Health
- First Aid
- First Aid Kits
- First Aid Kit Contents - Tour of a First Aid Kit - Elastic Bandages
Also from About.com:
©2013 About.com. All rights reserved.
