Abstract: A compression bandage shaped as an elongate rectangle is made of a textile fabric on which a hook strip is fastened along a narrow side of a small portion of a lateral face, or hook side. The fabric contains elastic filaments running in a longitudinal direction and, in a transverse direction, includes virtually inelastic supporting filaments having a spring constant in the longitudinal direction that ranges from 0.3 to 3 Newtons/cm of longitudinal stretching and a per meter length and per decimeter width of the compression bandage. Small loops made of soft filaments are interwoven and distributed uniformly over the entire area of the lateral face, or fleece side, opposite the hook strip. These small loops are oriented approximately perpendicularly to the lateral face, in size and distance from one another, and are complementary to the hooks of the hook strip for forming a releasable hook-and-loop closure.

Abstract: Devices, bandages, kits and methods are described that can control or regulate the mechanical environment of a wound to ameliorate scar and/or keloid formation. The mechanical environment of a wound includes stress, strain, and any combination of stress and strain. The control of a wound's mechanical environment can be active, passive, dynamic, or static. The devices are configured to be removably secured to a skin surface in proximity to the wound site and shield the wound from endogenous and/or exogenous stress.

Abstract: Devices, bandages, kits and methods are described that can control or regulate the mechanical environment of a wound to ameliorate scar and/or keloid formation. The mechanical environment of a wound includes stress, strain, and any combination of stress and strain. The control of a wound's mechanical environment can be active, passive, dynamic, or static. The devices are configured to be removably secured to a skin surface in proximity to the wound site and shield the wound from endogenous and/or exogenous stress.

Abstract: The invention relates to a medical dressing having an elastic material for encircling about a body member, an elastomer attached to the elastic material and adapted to directly contact a wound on the body member, and where the elastomer includes an additive for treating the wound, wherein the elastic material applies compressive force to the elastomer and wound as the elastic material encircles the body member.

Abstract: A pressure bandage (100) for applying pressure to a target site comprising (i) a backing layer (102) with a coating of a pressure-sensitive adhesive on a first major surface of the backing layer, and (ii) a snap-bucklable member (104) coupled to the backing layer an capable of snap-buckling from a concave to a convex configuration after the bandage has been adhesively applied over the target site so as to apply continuous pressure to the target site so long as the bandage is worn. The pressure bandage may be positioned over a bleeding target site to apply pressure to the target site and reduce bleeding.

Abstract: A dynamic-action, pliable, anatomically conformable bandaging structure for application to an anatomical wound including a pliable, low-rebound, viscoelastic, acceleration-rate-sensitive cushioning expanse which is placeable confrontingly adjacent such a wound, and operatively associated and structurally united with that cushioning expanse, adjustable, pressure-fluid-inflatable structure. An associated methodology features the steps of (a) applying over a wound area a first, dynamic-action bandaging structure in the form of the mentioned cushioning material, (b) by such applying, furnishing dynamic, low-rebound, viscoelastic, acceleration-rate-sensitive pressure-applying behavior, and (c) utilizing the mentioned pressure-fluid-inflatable structure, applying, through the cushioning material, collaborative, dynamic, controlled, contained pressure-fluid action.

Abstract: A hemostatic device includes a flexible band adapted to be wrapped around a patient's limb at a site on the limb where bleeding is to be stopped, a portion for securing the band in a wrapped state to the limb, a curved plate which is made of a material more rigid than the band and at least a portion of which is curved toward the inner peripheral side thereof, a main balloon which is provided on the inner peripheral side of the curved plate and which inflates when a fluid is introduced therein, and a pressing member which is provided between the curved plate and the main balloon so that at least a portion thereof overlaps with the balloon and which is adapted for pressing against the balloon. The device provides an excellent hemostatic effect and prevents numbness and poor circulation in areas peripheral to the site of attachment.

Abstract: A nano-silver wound dressing consisting of a skin contact layer made from hydrophilic cloth and directly contacting a wound on the surface of the skin, a disinfecting (or bactericidal) antitoxic layer made from activated charcoal cloth impregnated with nanocrystalline silver, a blood absorbing and styptic layer made from a superabsorbent polymer non-woven cloth, an isolation layer made from a composite fabric with a pore size of less than 5 ?m, and an elastic bandage for fixing a main body on the site of wound. Edges of the isolation layer and the skin contact layer are integrated to form a main body while the disinfecting (or bactericidal) antitoxic layer as well as the blood absorbing and styptic layer are separated from each other and both enclosed inside the main body.

Abstract: The invention provides an air cushion unit (4) for use in conjunction with a compression device for stopping bleeding from puncture wounds. The air cushion unit (4) comprises a base plate (5), an inflatable air cushion (6), which is attached to the base plate (5), and an internal telescopic guide (7), connecting the base plate (5) with the top of the air cushion (6). Throughout the pressurizing of the inflatable air cushion (6), the length of the telescopic guide (7) corresponds to the degree of expansion of the air cushion (6), thereby providing an internal support for the air cushion unit (4), which eliminates undesired, irregular movements of the air cushion (6).

Abstract: A compression stretch bandage formed from a hydrophillic foam having at least one layer of a stretchable, textile material attached to one side of the foam and a hemastasis agent attached to another side of the foam for activating the intrinsic arm of the hemostatic cascade of the healing process. The bandage may also include a silver material contained within the foam for reducing risk of infection. The bandage may be a flexible, stretchable, hydrophilic bandage that reduces the risk of infection at a wound by providing a moist environment that will aid in optimum release of silver ions into the wound.

Abstract: An electrode arrangement for applying electrical signals to skin of an animal comprising a flexible electrically non-conductive substrate, at least one electrode provided on a first surface of the substrate for applying electrical signals to the skin when placed on the skin, at least one connector connected to a respective electrode for providing electrical signals to the respective electrode and an electrically non-conductive sealing arrangement connected to the substrate for sealing the substrate and the skin to prevent ingress of moisture to the at least one electrode and to the at least one connector at the connection to the respective electrode.

Abstract: The proposed device includes two segments adapted to enclose a body part in a form-fitting manner. Each segment contains an electroactive-material-based actuator, which is adapted to receive an electrical control signal and in response thereto adjust the actuator's morphology, so as to cause the segment to apply a basic pressure profile to the body part. A pressure transition is adapted to redistribute the basic pressure profiles between the first and second segments. A control signal in respect of the first segment causes the pressure transition system to apply a first adjusted pressure profile to at least part of the second portion of the body part, and vice versa, a control signal in respect of the second segment causes the pressure transition system to apply a second adjusted pressure profile to at least a part of the first portion of the body part.

Abstract: A subatmospheric pressure dressing can be readily applied by a single person and includes a flexible base which supports a gas permeable screen. A flexible sheet encloses the base and screen. The screen is connected with a source of low pressure (vacuum) by a suction tube. Transmittal of low fluid pressure causes the flexible sheet to be drawn into close contact with the screen to indicate that suction has been established. If a leak develops, the flexible sheet is no longer drawn to the screen to provide a clear indication of the leak.

Abstract: Devices and methods are disclosed for achieving hemostasis in patients who have received skin-penetrating wounds to the periphery, including the head, arms, and legs. Such haemostatic packing devices and methods are especially useful in the emergency, trauma surgery, or military setting. The devices utilize fluid impermeable barriers surrounded by exterior dams and pressure to achieve tamponade and hemostasis, primarily by exertion of force to hold the dams against the skin surrounding a wound. The devices are capable of serving as carriers for thrombogenic, antimicrobial or antipathogenic agents. The devices do not require the use of adhesives to work as they are attached to the patient using mechanical locking devices. Peripheral haemostatic packing devices include optional adhesive hemostatic barriers to attach at least a portion of the device to the skin or to assist with initial coupling of a hold-down strap to another strap using a more secure mechanical lock.

Abstract: A dressing for treating wounds, especially chronic wounds, includes a liquid-absorbing wound pad. A reservoir for receiving liquid is located on the side of the wound pad facing away from the body. The wound pad is connected to the reservoir via valves and/or a semi-permeable membrane so as to create a directed liquid flow from the wound pad into the reservoir.

Abstract: Wound bandaging/dressing foam structure including a low rebound, temperature-conforming, acceleration-rate-sensitive cushioning expanse applicable to wound-proximate-associated anatomical tissue to apply a predetermined expanse of substantially uniform, non-blood-flow-occluding pressure, accompanied by adjacent, included lateral extremities of this expanse which apply a gradually declining-to-zero anatomical-tissue pressure.

Abstract: An integrated and complete dressing for the care and treatment of traumatic amputations and wounds. The traumatic amputation and wound dressing includes an oversized wound pad, an elastic bandage, and fasteners in an integrated unit for quickly and effectively treating an amputation. The elastic bandage may be attached to the wound pad such that the bandage forms an angle of about 90 degrees with respect to a vertical axis of the wound pad. The wound pad can be readily folded over an amputation and quickly wrapped with the elastic bandage. The fasteners may be attached to the periphery of the wound pad. When the dressing is applied to a stump of an amputated limb and the fasteners are engaged, the wound pad is relatively securely held in position and downward pressure is exerted on the stump. In some embodiments, the elastic bandage may also include brakes designed to prevent the bandage from unintentionally unraveling. The brakes also facilitate application of the dressing to the stump.

Abstract: Devices and methods are disclosed for achieving hemostasis in patients who have received skin-penetrating wounds to the periphery, including the head, arms, and legs. Such haemostatic packing devices and methods are especially useful in the emergency, trauma surgery, or military setting. The devices utilize fluid impermeable barriers surrounded by exterior dams and pressure to achieve tamponade and hemostasis, primarily by exertion of force to hold the dams against the skin surrounding a wound. The devices are capable of serving as carriers for thrombogenic, antimicrobial or antipathogenic agents. The devices do not require the use of adhesives to work as they are attached to the patient using mechanical locking devices. Peripheral haemostatic packing devices include optional adhesive hemostatic barriers to attach at least a portion of the device to the skin or to assist with initial coupling of a hold-down strap to another strap using a more secure mechanical lock.

Abstract: A device for applying a treatment liquid to a wound caused by piercing of a body part is described. The device includes one or more receptacles having a well therein, suitable for accommodating a foam tablet. The receptacles are joined by a strap so that the well openings face in the substantially the same direction when the device is in an open position. An open-cell foam tablet is inserted into the well so that a portion of the foam tablet extends above a top end of the well. The strap may be a hinge or flexure so that the device may be bent about a central region of the strap. A treatment liquid for cleaning or disinfecting the wound may be charged into the foam, and the wound treated by bending the device position so that the extended foam portions are brought into contact with the area to be treated.

Abstract: Occlusive dressing system, which comprises an endless, elongated, flexible, adhesive barrier, adapted to be arranged in a closed configuration, whereby to bound and define a surface area, and an impermeable sealing film adapted to overlie said surface area and to isolate it from the environment, when superimposed to said barrier arranged in said configuration, said barrier forming a gas-tight seal with said sealing film when the two are applied to and pressed against one another. A spreading mechanism that alows a single person to spread the sealing film over the occluding barrier and to detach the film from the main roll and ports (inlet and outlet) that can be placed across the barrier or the occluding film.

Abstract: An improved ear pressure device and process for the treatment of an auricular hematoma in a pendent ear of an animal. The device is comprised of two opposing rigid plates each containing at least one raised lineal or area encompassing rib located on an inward surface and used for applying pressure and controlling blood flow to and from the area treated. The process includes: aspirating pooled blood with a hypodermic needle: attaching the first plate to the ear with the raised rib toward the ear using athletic tape; aligning and attaching the opposing plate, rib facing inward, to the first plate and the ear; taping the entire device to the top of the animal's head with athletic tape over and under forming a loop around the head of the animal while allowing for normal breathing to occur. The device applies even pressure from both opposing plates and the raised ribs control the blood flow. The device and the process eliminates the need for surgery, sutures, and possible infection therefrom.

Abstract: A garment (1) for providing compressive forces to a torso to help eliminate or reduce swelling caused by an accumulation of lymph fluid in the torso region. An embodiment of the present invention includes an outer covering (10) of compression fabric, wide shoulder straps (22, 24), front and back panels of compression fabric (12, 14, 16, 18), a non-rolling rib band (72), axilla gussets (82, 84), and both front closure (40) and back closure (50). The garment may also include one or more princess seams (102, 104, 102?, 104?) so as to enable the front panel(s) to encapsulate and hold the user's breasts in place at the same time that compressive forces are applied, as well as one or more front shelves (132, 134) in the front panel(s) for providing upward compressive support to the breast tissue, thereby holding the tissue in a proper neutral position so that inward compressive forces acting on the tissue provide maximum effect.

Abstract: A surgical bandage for treating a wound that allows various fluids or fluid-like substances including cyanoacrylate adhesives to be applied. The surgical bandage has a wound treatment portion for being placed over a wound and a place for a flowable cyanoacrylate adhesive or any other fluid or fluid-like substance to be applied to the underlying wound (laceration, surgical incision or other tissue separation). A source is used to apply the cyanoacrylate or other fluid to the wound treatment portion flowing through at least one opening of the wound treatment portion to the underlying wound and its surrounding area either by direct application or from a non-contact distance. The surgical bandage allows for direct visualization before, during and after its application. The surgical bandage allows for removal of blood or any fluid that may be present in, on or around the wound by blotting or wiping.

Abstract: An external wound dressing retainer includes a frame having an opening substantially surrounded by the frame, wherein the opening is bounded by a plurality of edges, wherein the frame includes a first side and a second side including an adhesive for adherence to skin of a patient; a flap having a plurality of edges, wherein the dimensions of the flap substantially correspond to the dimensions of the opening, and the flap is attached to the frame via a corresponding edge of the flap and the frame; and a sealing mechanism for releasably engaging non-attached edges of the flap to corresponding non-attached edges of the frame. The sealing mechanism is a zipper arrangement that includes complementary interlocking first and second grooves situated on the non-attached edges of the flap and the frame, respectively, further comprising a sliding element adapted to sealably join the first groove to the second groove.

Abstract: A laminate material includes an upper layer (I) and a lower layer (II) which is joined to the upper layer over substantially the entire surface thereof. The upper layer (I) includes a thin layer of leather material (1), and the lower layer (II) is a material which can be stretched in two directions. The lower layer (II) includes at least one support layer (3) which is resilient in two directions and has at least two sorts of interwoven fibres, at least one type of fibres being produced from an elastic substance, as well as a layer (5) of a compressible substance which is joined to the support layer over substantially the entire surface thereof and is resilient in three mutually perpendicular directions. Such laminate material can be used in a device for protecting a body part of a human or an animal.

Abstract: A dressing and an epidermal lifting mechanism for use with an application to a predetermined epidermal surface and methods of using same. The epidermal lifting mechanism comprises a strip of material having a first end portion of a predetermined shape, a second end portion of a predetermined shape, and middle portion coupling the first end portion to the second end portion. The first end portion and the second end portion each include a side including an adhesive layer. An overlaying, non-adhesive barrier layer may be located between a portion of the adhesive layer and an end portion.

Abstract: A glove that when worn by a user quickly, comfortably, conveniently and effectively applies a specific amount of pressure to a particular point on the wearer's hand, thereby relieving and/or eliminating pain of the wearer such as from a type of headache. A glove worn by the person with pain, such as a headache, includes an internal pressure point applicator and an inflatable bladder to apply pressure to a desired point on the wearer's hand.

Abstract: An device for and method of treating edema and related swelling which comprises compressive application of buckwheat hulls to a human or animal epidermal region. The device for and method of the present invention reduces interstitial swelling without requiring the removal of cool or heated packs while providing effective heat transfer. Buckwheat hulls, having this surprising heat transfer capability, additionally afford a unique compressive therapy. Moreover, buckwheat hulls are a single, inexpensive, biodegradable and non-allergenic material.

Abstract: A garment (1) for providing compressive forces to a torso to help eliminate or reduce swelling caused by an accumulation of lymph fluid in the torso region. An embodiment of the present invention includes an outer covering (10) of compression fabric, wide shoulder straps (22, 24), front and back panels of compression fabric (12, 14, 16, 18), a non-rolling rib band (72), axilla gussets (82, 84), and both front closure (40) and back closure(50). The garment may also include one or more princess seams (102, 104, 102?, 104?) so as to enable the front panel(s) to encapsulate and hold the user's breasts in place at the same time that compressive forces are applied, as well as one or more front shelves (132, 134) in the front panel(s) for providing upward compressive support to the breast tissue, thereby holding the tissue in a proper neutral position so that inward compressive forces acting on the tissue provide maximum effect.

Abstract: A topographically self-stabilizing, dynamic pressure-evenizing, pressure-applying, anatomical dressing which includes a pressure-applying, acceleration-rate-sensitive, temperature and pressure responsive, cushioning layer which responds during a bandaging situation, both statically and dynamically, to maintain relatively uniform all-over pressure beneath it, and against the surface of a site, such as a surgical wound site.

Abstract: A catheter system is provided for use in sclerotherapy of varicose veins. The catheter system comprises a multi-lumen tube, a tip device and a fluid porting device. The multi-lumen tube comprises a coaxial center lumen and three equally spaced outer lumens in the annulus between the central lumen and the outer wall of the multi-lumen tube. The multi-lumen tube is used for carrying sclerosing agent and irrigation fluid and for providing suction at the affected site in the vein. The catheter device is introduced inside the vein and the tip device is positioned at the affected site. Pressure is applied over the affected vein using a pressure applying device. The catheter device is slowly withdrawn while continuously releasing the sclerosing agent from the tip device. This helps in achieving uniform sclerosis of the affected vein.

Abstract: An anatomically configured tubular body or ribbon of woven or knitted elastomeric yarn having concentrated pressure support means at one or more areas along said device for pressure support of an ankle, elbow, knee or wrist (hereinafter also “articulating appendage”). The device of this invention can include an anatomically configured tubular composite, comprising an essentially uniform sleeve of elastomeric yarn and a pressure concentrating means corresponding to one or more areas of said articulating appendage (hereafter also “pressure points”), so as to focus or concentrate pressure support at said pressure points. The device thus provides for both ease of attachment to the appendage and of application of differential (increased or focused) pressures to a pressure point of the affected appendage.

Abstract: A series of pressure bandages for wounds in a packaged and hermetically sealed form. A first embodiment has an inflatable linear hollow pressure bandage having one or more sterile bandages freely attached to a mounting strip and with an adhesive strip at one end for initial application. Hook and loop fastening is provided for final attachment. In all the embodiments a carbon dioxide gas and the like gas containing miniature tank with a valve is provided for inflating the bandage on site to apply pressure to the bleeding wound to minimize the loss of blood. A second embodiment is a rectangular pressure bandage lacking any fastening straps. A third embodiment is cone-shaped for maintaining containing pressure on a severed or nearly-severed limb. A fourth embodiment is dome-shaped with a pair of straps for applying on a head wound.

Abstract: Disclosed is a strip of bandaging material having Velcro® strips at either end on opposite sides of the material. An absorbent pad is fixed near one end and on the side opposite the Velcro® strip. On the side opposite the absorbent pad, an S hook is provided with one end fastened to the material and the other end free. The absorbent pad is located over the wound and the longer end of material is wound around the extremity and fixed in place with the Velcro® stripe at the near end of the material. The remaining material is passed through the hook and pulled back in order to apply pressure to the wound and reduce blood loss. The remainder of the material is wrapped around the extremity and secured in place with the Velcro® strip on the far end.

Abstract: A therapeutic bandage including a therapeutic surface having massage projections for contacting and massaging the body part to be treated. The therapeutic bandage is removably secured to the wearer by way of a closure element.

Abstract: A topographically self-stabilizing, dynamic pressure-evenizing, pressure-applying, anatomical dressing which includes a pressure-applying, acceleration-rate-sensitive, temperature and pressure responsive, cushioning layer which responds during a bandaging situation, both statically and dynamically, to maintain relatively uniform all-over pressure beneath it, and against the surface of a site, such as a surgical wound site.

Abstract: A medical dressing assembly and associated method of using the same, comprising: isolating an affected area of a patient from an external environment, wherein placement of the isolation defines a volume surrounding at least a portion of the affected area of the patient; for controllably inputting matter into the volume; and for controllably exhausting matter from the volume.

Abstract: Disclosed is a strip of bandaging material having Velcro® strips at either end on opposite sides of the material. An absorbent pad is fixed near one end and on the side opposite the Velcro® strip. On the side opposite the absorbent pad, an S hook is provided with one end fastened to the material and the other end free. The absorbent pad is located over the wound and the longer end of material is wound around the extremity and fixed in place with the Velcro® stripe at the near end of the material. The remaining material is passed through the hook and pulled back in order to apply pressure to the wound and reduce blood loss. The remainder of the material is wrapped around the extremity and secured in place with the Velcro® strip on the far end.

Abstract: A compression dressing is disclosed. The compression dressing comprises a self-adhering elastic bandage strip designed for exerting a compressive force when wrapped around a body part sufficient to hold the compression dressing in place for a period of time to provide a therapeutic effect to a wound and an absorbent pad affixed to an inner side of a terminal portion or to a terminal end of the self-adhering elastic bandage strip.

Abstract: A non-contact wound treatment device suitable for releasable attachment to a patient's skin surface over a selected wound area in a non-contact position relative to the selected wound area, the wound treatment device comprising an attachment portion suitable for releasable attachment with the patient's skin surface, having an inner perimeter for defining the selected wound area, a wound treatment portion with a substantially planar wound cover and a support member supporting the wound cover, and a transition portion with a membrane connecting the wound treatment portion to the attachment portion, the membrane extending around the outer perimeter of the support member and attached to the attachment portion between the inner and outer perimeter of the attachment portion.

Abstract: A medical dressing assembly and associated method of using the same, comprising: means for isolating an affected area of a patient from an external environment, wherein placement of said isolation means defines a volume surrounding at least a portion of said affected area of said patient; means for controllably inputting matter into said volume; and means for controllably exhausting matter from said volume.

Abstract: An elongate rectilinear strip of skin barrier material is disclosed, such strip being of generally uniform triangular cross section through its length, such triangle having at least two, and preferably three, unequal sides. The strip may be cut to desired length and formed, stretched and/or molded by a user into a generally circular shape or into some other shape that extends about and follows the outline of a wound or stoma.

Abstract: A non-contact controllable heater wound covering having a peripheral sealing ring covered by a layer to which is attached a heater and this assembly is attached to the skin with an adhesive so that the heater is held proximate the wound area in a non-contact position. The layer and peripheral sealing ring together define a treatment volume proximate the wound. The wound covering includes a programmable active heater control and the sealing ring may dispense water to control the humidity of the treatment volume. One form of active heat is an electrical resistive filament in variable geometric shapes providing versatility in application of heat to different types of wounds and wound area geometries. Another form of active heat is the transfer of a heated gas to the wound covering.

Abstract: A wound dressing includes an hydrophilic foam layer which is coated with a liquid-permeabe adhesive layer on one side. The dressing includes an absorbent layer disposed on the foam layer on the side opposite to the adhesive coating, wherein absorbent layer is able to drain the foam layer through the action of capillary forces, and wherein the dressing further includes elements that ensure effective contact between the absorbent layer and the foam layer.

Abstract: A medical dressing assembly and associated method of using the same comprising an isolating member, a member for controllably inputting matter and a member for controllably exhausting matter. The isolating member is capable of isolating an affected area of a patient from an external environment. The isolating member includes a patient engaging strap member and a cover member. The patient engaging strap member includes a bottom surface which is positionable so as to be substantially internally facing. The cover member extends away from the patient engaging member. The cover member defines a volume wherein the patient engaging strap member provides access to the volume. The bottom surface of the at least one patient engaging strap member is capable of engaging a portion of the patient, to, in turn, substantially confine at least a portion of the affected area of a patient within the volume defined by the cover member. The member for controllably inputting matter controllably inputs matter into the volume.

Abstract: A wound dressing for covering a puncture wound caused by drawing of blood. The wound dressing includes a panel that elongated and has a front surface, and a back surface. The panel comprises a flexible material. An adhesive for removably adhering the panel to the skin generally covers the front surface of the panel. An absorbent material for positioning over the cut is securely attached to central a portion of the front surface of the panel. The absorbent material comprises a cotton ball having a generally hemispherical shape such that an outer surface the cotton ball has a convex shape.

Abstract: A wound dressing for covering a puncture wound caused by drawing of blood. The wound dressing includes a panel that elongated and has a front surface, and a back surface. The panel comprises a flexible material. An adhesive for removably adhering the panel to the skin generally covers the front surface of the panel. An absorbent material for positioning over the cut is securely attached to central a portion of the front surface of the panel. The absorbent material comprises a cotton ball having a generally hemi-spherical shape such that an outer surface the cotton ball has a convex shape.

Abstract: A compression dressing is disclosed. The compression dressing comprises a self-adhering elastic bandage strip designed for exerting a compressive force when wrapped around a body part sufficient to hold the compression dressing in place for a period of time to provide a therapeutic effect to a wound and an absorbent pad affixed to an inner side of a terminal portion or to a terminal end of the self-adhering elastic bandage strip.

Abstract: A device for treating pain in an injured body member includes a wrap having an interior section which can loaded with medicament. The wrap also includes at least one inwardly extending nodule adapted to exert pressure on and compress a specific area of the injured member, having acupressure like effect in producing pain relief. The wrap has adjustable means for fastening the wrap around the body member, thereby enabling the wearer to exert a specific amount of pressure sufficient to dispense medicament from the interior pad and to adjust the pressure on the nodule to achieve the desired results. The combination of restricted movement imparted by the wrap along with the medicament and acupressure, affords the wearer more rapid pain relief than any of the treatments combined.

Abstract: A medical bandaging material made of a microfilament nonwoven fabric with a mass per unit area of 30 to 150 g/m2 and a tear strength of >40 N/5 cm, the nonwoven fabric being made of continuous multicomponent filaments, melt-spun, stretched, and directly laid down to form a nonwoven fabric, having a titer of 1.5 to 5 dtex, and the continuous multicomponent filaments, after optional prebonding, being split, at least to the extent of 80%, into continuous microfilaments having a titer of 0.01 to 1.0 dtex and bonded.