Short Stretch Compression Bandages Biaform Lymphedema products
BiaForm is a premium short stretch compression bandage made from 100% cotton (contains no elastic yarns). It is specifically designed for the management of acute and chronic lymphedema, venous edema, and post-traumatic swellings. BiaForm provides compression and high resistance to stretch to increase venous and lymphatic return. It is machine washable and reusable. Short-Stretch Bandages & Compression Wraps Short-stretch bandages provide compression combined with high resistance to stretching. Short-stretch fabrics are designed to extend no more than approximately 60% of their original length when stretched. In contrast, long-stretch fabrics usually incorporate more traditionally elastic fabrics or components, which allow them to be extended to about 140% of their original length. Short-stretch bandages provide the kind of permanent, working pressure needed to encourage lymphatic drainage, even when you are at rest. In contrast, long-stretch bandages, such as drugstore "Ace" bandages, are inappropriate for this use. By stretching too much, they're simply inadequate to the task of supplying constant resistance to the underlying tissues when the muscles are at rest.