Elastic fabric plasters for flexible, enduring protection
Dependable protection for life on the move
We’ve all been there: you’re doing sports, tackling a tricky bit of gardening or playing with the kids when an accidental cut or abrasion suddenly stops you in your tracks. Many of us make the mistake of simply stopping the bleeding and carrying on, thinking that a plaster will only get in the way and slow us down. Indeed, a lot of people believe that a wound will heal faster if it is just left uncovered and allowed to air.
However, any cut or graze that is left exposed – no matter how small – is vulnerable to infection if dirt and bacteria enter the wound. With the Elastoplast ELASTIC line, you can enjoy the best of both worlds: reliable protection from dirt and bacteria coupled with extra flexibility. This means you can carry on living life to the full, safe in the knowledge your wound is cared for and protected.
When it comes to caring for cuts and grazes , some nuggets of conventional wisdom passed down over the years that have come to be widely accepted – but do not bear up to closer examination using modern scientific methods. Let’s look at three prime examples: