How to Wrap a Wrist - Solid Reminder

Another Issue I see alot - people NOT knowing how to properly wrap their wrist. So i'm here with a friendly reminder! :-)

How to Wrap Your Wrist:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kk-y9iKKG5I

Step 1: Wash your hand thoroughly and make sure that you have a clean bandage.

Step 2: Keep your hand and wrist straight. Start wrapping the bandage from below the wrist. This can be tricky if you’re trying to wrap your wrist yourself.

While one hand is busy with the bandage roll, you may need to use your own body, a table or a wall to hold the bandage in place and keep wrap taut as you begin to roll.

Do not bend your injured hand forward or back as you wrap. The goal is to keep your wrist straight and protect it from further injury. The best approach to ask somebody to wrap your wrist for you to ensure the bandage is secure and the wrist is immobilized properly.

Step 3: If you have someone to assist you, ask them to wrap the bottom of the wrist first and then continue wrapping in a figure 8 pattern to stabilize the wrist properly.

Go over the thumb and back down again. Ideally, the wrist should be wrapped all the way up to the point where your fingers meet your hand.

Step 4: Do not wrap the wrist too loosely as the bandage will come off while you are sleeping or going about your day. A loose bandage is like having no bandage at all as it does not support the joint.

Inversely, if you wrap the bandage too tightly, it might obstruct the flow of blood (and oxygen) to the injury. Oxygen-deprived tissue doesn’t heal quickly. Tying too tightly can backfire and lead to serious complications.

Step 5: Secure the last bit of the bandage with a Velcro tape or pin.

Source: ActiveWrap.com - How to Wrap a Wrist