Can you wash ace bandages

Bandages are best washed in warm water between — o F ; if the bandages are very dirty, they may be boil-washed up to o F. It is best to have more than one set of bandages — one to wear, one to wash. Washing solutions Harsh cleaning agents, solvents, petroleum-based cleaners etc.

Mild soaps or detergents should be used, free of bleach, chlorine, fabric softeners or other laundry additives. Some compression garment manufacturers offer garment washing solutions, which are formulated to remove oil, body acids, and skin salts quickly and easily without damage to the fabric; using these specially-designed solutions is also recommended for compression bandages and will help extending their life span and keep them firm. Drying Compression bandages should be air dried.

If using a dryer, the dial should be set on a no-heat maximum low-heat air drying cycle because excessive heat exposure may weaken or even damage the textile of the bandages. When bandages are air-dried, it is important not to pull, squeeze or wring out the residual water from the material excessively.

Rolling up the compression bandages in a towel and gently squeezing the towel before laying them out to dry, speeds up the drying process; bandages should never be left rolled up in a towel. Whether bandages are line-dried, or laid flat to dry, exposure to direct sunlight should be avoided.

It is recommended to place a towel on a drying rack and lay the bandages on top to dry. If hanging the bandages directly on a rack or pole to drip dry, the weight of the water could stretch the material.

Can compression bandages be ironed? No, ironing is not necessary or recommended. When the bandages are removed from the wash, they should be hanged so they are flat and not twisted. Once they are dry, they should be tightly rolled for storage and future application. When should a short-stretch compression bandage be replaced? According to the manufacturer, bandages may be washed up to 50 times without losing their elasticity.

What about the care of other materials used for the application of a padded short-stretch compression bandage? Padding bandages Artiflex, Cellona, foam rolls and gauze bandages have much shorter use. Padding bandages lay much closer to the skin and tend to collect oils, body acids, and skin salts. The same principles apply to gauze bandages for finger and toe wrapping. Once gauze begins to loose its shape, and becomes soiled, it is time to toss them and use a fresh roll.

ACE recommends you wash their bandages by hand rather than in a washing machine. To wash, fill a sink or basin with warm water. Add a small amount of gentle laundry detergent. Unfurl the wrap and soak it in the water. Gently swirl the bandage in the soapy water. Gently stretching the bandage in the soapy water can help the detergent penetrate into the fabric and get the bandage cleaner.

Finally, rinse thoroughly with clean water. Press the water out, but do not wring the bandages, as this can stretch out the elastic and make the bandages less effective. If washing ace bandages by hand seems a little over-involved, the washing machine method may be for you. The manufacturer recommends against machine washing, as it can cause the bandage to wear out quicker. But machine washing your compression bandages is a great labor-saver.

ACE Bandage with Velcro Closure is designed to provide firm adjustable support to sprains, strains, swelling and general soreness. Each bandage features breathable, antimicrobial-treated material. They are comfortable, easy to use, latex free, feature a secure closure, and are washable for reuse. With the ACE bandage with Velcro Closure you can be sure that you will get the support you need at the level you want.

These particular ACE bandages feature a secure Velcro closure, so there is no need for clips or tape, as well as antimicrobial protection against odor-causing bacteria. They are very easy to apply, latex free and breathable for comfortable wear against the skin as you move throughout the day. Please Note: the antimicrobial treatment lasts for at least 10 washings.