1. Steady and Still
Fixation bandages keep wound coverings in place while healing. Sometimes, fixation bandages need to stay in place underneath sports taping. One type of fixation bandage goes completely around the wound and the extremity it's on. These tubular fixation bandages slip over elbows, knees, legs or arms and keep a wound covering in place underneath sports taping. These kinds of fixation bandages help keep the wound covering in place in easy to disturb areas like joints. Use a small amount of adhesive tape to keep the wound dressing in place while slipping on the tubular fixation bandage.
2. Sticky Situation
Some fixation bandages use adhesives to help wound covering stay in place. This type works well for people who aren't sensitive to adhesives or taping. Choose adhesive fixation bandages whenever possible for sports taping to guarantee good coverage and pressure during the sporting event. Be careful to keep the adhesive fixation bandage off the wound itself. Use plenty of padded wound covering to protect the wound from coming in contact with adhesive.
3. Cohesive and Comfortable
Cohesive or self-adhesive bandages work well for areas difficult to bandage. In awkward areas like around fingers, thumbs or wrists, self-adhesive fixation bandages aren't susceptible to the effects of perspiration. Cohesive bandages stick only to themselves and are very strong. Although they don't stick to the wound cover or the skin, when wrapped properly, self-adhesive bandages stay put. Wrap the self-adhesive bandage in a figure-eight style and use extra padding on top before applying sports tape. Don't mistake a self-adhesive bandage for something that gives added support. Even though it looks like a support bandage, it really is just for wound cover.
4. Ouchless!
One other type of fixation bandage used under sports taping is non-adhesive gauze. This type of fixation bandage offers plenty of padding, comfort and softness on a wound, but less support that the other types. When using non adhesive gauge for a fixation bandage, be sure to wrap the area securely in a figure eight pattern around joints, and secure with tape before applying sports tape. Consider using a wound pad with a small amount of adhesive around the edges for more security around the wound itself.
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