Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus for wrapping around a body member to restrict the flow of blood. This apparatus includes a tourniquet having an inflatable plenum, and a pad for minimizing patient discomfort. The pad is positionable between the tourniquet and the body member, and it is fabricated from a substantially absorbent, wrinkle free material. A stiffener positioned within the inflatable plenum assures that the tourniquet applies a uniform pressure upon the body member to which it is applied. The stiffener is partially shape retaining for holding the tourniquet in a circular configuration.