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Bandaging Horses
by Robert N. Oglesby DVM
Introduction
Introduction
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Basic Concepts of Equine Bandaging
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Bandaging Materials
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Equine Bandaging Techniques
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More Info
The purpose of first aid is to minimize the damage done by disease or injury and prevent infection, so that healing can proceed as rapidly as possible. Sometimes first aid is all you need, other times it is a temporary measure until further help arrives. First aid can remarkably affect the outcome. Indications for bandaging:
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To reduce dead space and to prevent the formation of hematomas, seromas and edema in a wound.
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To reduce skin movement around a wound so that adjacent fascial planes are not disrupted.
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To minimize wound contamination. Dressings provide direct protection from environmental contamination and may absorb and hold exudate away from the wound.
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To maintain dressings and other medications on the wound surface.
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To prevent further injury to soft tissue.
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To compress an open wound bed and suppress the development of ermberant granulation tissue.
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To protect a wound against mutilation by the patient.
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To immobilize the limb and provide support.
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To protect various suction and irrigation devices that have been incorporated into the final repair of a wound.
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To protect limbs when horses are transported in vans or trailers.
In the following descriptions of bandage applications, it is understood that the appropriate wound preparation and dressings have been completed before the final bandage material has been applied. For information on treating wounds see
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