The
OLAES® Modular Bandage is the newest generation of trauma
bandages and is advantageous for all levels of care providers. Packed
with features such as 3 meters of gauze, a removable occlusive plastic
sheet behind the dressing pad, and a pressure bar that can also act as
an eye cup, the advanced capabilities of the bandage are tucked neatly
away and can be utilized if required or simply ignored. No hooks or
clips to confuse or delay care. Velcro® 'Control' strips prevent the
elastic roll from accidentally unraveling and secure the bandage
throughout the application process. Designed with direct input from some
of the most experienced combat medics in the world, no detail has been
left out. From the adhesive 'brakes' on the elastic bandage that prevent
accidental unrolling to the zig-zag packed gauze that easily feeds from
the bandage, this is the most comprehensive feature packed bandage
available without any added confusion. No other bandage offers so much
versatility in such a small package. Cover minor wounds, apply truly
effective pressure dressings, apply occlusive dressings, and have the
ability to pack severe wounds with one bandage.
APPLICATION EFFICIENCY - During high stress
situations, such as those involving casualties, stress effects on human
performance often affect the fine motor skills of individuals. This
makes simple tasks such as bandage application more difficult and time
consuming. By creating a bandage where application involves only gross
motor skills, no direction changes around hooks or bars, the Olaes®
Modular Bandage significantly offers a simpler and more effective
solution in bandage options. The elastic simply requires wrapping where
the elastic stays flat instead of turning into a cord. Control of the
elastic roll is maintained by the 'Control Strips' should the elastic be
dropped. You no longer have to open or carry a package of gauze and a
separate bandage as both are included in the same package.
A TRUE PRESSURE CUP - The
unique pressure cup generates true focused pressure on top of the wound
site where it is required, not circumferential pressure like an
ineffective tourniquet. By generating this focused pressure it helps
occlude damaged vessels at the wound site where it is needed. It also
reduces the amount of manual pressure required to be held, freeing up
the care provider to treat other injuries or casualties. The pressure
cup can also be removed and used as an eye cup for treatment of ocular
injuries as recommended in the new TCCC guidelines.