Elastic bandages are "stretchable bandages used to generate local pressure". Elastic bandages are usually used to treat muscle sprains and strains. They reduce blood flow to specific areas by applying steady pressure, thereby limiting swelling in the injured area. Elastic bandages are also used to treat fractures.

Elastic bandages are "stretchable bandages used to generate local pressure". Elastic bandages are usually used to treat muscle sprains and strains. They reduce blood flow to specific areas by applying steady pressure, thereby limiting swelling in the injured area. Elastic bandages are also used to treat fractures.

There's nothing more versatile in a first aid kit than an elastic bandage. It helps reduce swelling and pain from a sprain, or to immobilize a splint after a broken bone or severe sprain. It's a good idea to keep a few extra rolls in your gym bag or car glove box.