Journal of Wound Care
For UK audiences

The comprehensive guide to wound product selection

Compression bandages

Actico
L&R

Actico

Cohesive, inelastic (short-stretch) compression bandage. To be applied after padding (for example with Flexiban or Cellona Undercast Padding).
Actico 2C
L&R

Actico 2C

A two-component, latex-free leg ulcer kit. Comfort layer 1: a skin-friendly comfort layer made of foam padding with a soft cotton skin-protection layer that is applied directly to the skin to distribute compression evenly and combine well with emollients. Provides graduated compression and protects vulnerable areas. Compression layer 2: an inelastic cohesive compression layer for effective therapeutic compression.
AndoFlex TLC Calamine
Creed Health

AndoFlex TLC Calamine

Two-layer compression system that offers therapeutical compression and manages skin conditions at the same time. The first layer, infused with calamine, soothes and protects the skin, reducing irritation and maintaining skin integrity. The second layer delivers consistent therapeuticsl compression.

Cellona Undercast Padding
L&R

Cellona Undercast Padding

Synthetic undercast padding
Clinistretch
Haddenham Healthcare

Clinistretch

Two-layer (Clinistretch plus Clinistretch Soft) cohesive short-stretch bandage
Clinistretch Short
Haddenham Healthcare

Clinistretch Short

100% cotton short-stretch compression bandage
Coban 2 Compression System
Solventum (KCI Medical)

Coban 2 Compression System

Two thin layers provide the stiffness required to generate sustained working pressures/low resting pressures to reduce oedema/prevent venous reflux without the bulk of traditional bandages. The interlocking layers cohere to each other, creating an inelastic sleeve that conforms to the limb and reduces the potential for bandage slippage and discomfort.
Coban 2 Compression System Kit
Solventum (KCI Medical)

Coban 2 Compression System Kit

Two thin layers (purple packaging) provide the stiffness required to generate sustained working pressures/low resting pressures to reduce oedema/prevent venous reflux without the bulk of traditional bandages. The interlocking layers cohere to each other, creating an inelastic sleeve that conforms to the limb and reduces the potential for bandage slippage and discomfort.
Coban 2 Lite Compression System
Solventum (KCI Medical)

Coban 2 Lite Compression System

Designed for reduced compression. Two thin layers provide the stiffness required to generate sustained working pressures/low resting pressures to reduce oedema/prevent venous reflux without the bulk of traditional bandages. The interlocking layers cohere to each other, creating an inelastic sleeve that conforms to the limb and reduces the potential for bandage slippage and discomfort.
Coban 2 Lite Compression System Kit
Solventum (KCI Medical)

Coban 2 Lite Compression System Kit

Two-layer system (green packaging) designed for sustained, therapeutic compression with reduced sub-bandage resting pressures. Comprises a latex-free foam padding layer and a latex-free, cohesive, compression bandage. Once applied, the two layers bond to form a single-layer bandage. Can be worn for up to 7 days.
Coban Self-Adherent Wrap
Solventum (KCI Medical)

Coban Self-Adherent Wrap

A cohesive elastic wrap constructed from a non-woven material and elastic fibres. The cohesive properties allow the wrap to stick to itself but not to other materials or skin.
Empress Two
Rocialle Healthcare

Empress Two

Type 2 light support bandage. Second layer of four-layer compression system. Consists of viscose, nylon and elasticated yarn.
EmpressSoft
Rocialle Healthcare

EmpressSoft

Multilayer, absorbent, non-woven sub-bandage or undercast padding. First layer of four-layer compression bandage system.
FlexiBan
L&R

FlexiBan

Sub-compression bandage padding
Jobst Compri2
Essity

Jobst Compri2

Two-layer compression bandaging system. Comprises a padding bandage and a latex-free compression bandage.
Jobst Compri2 Lite
Essity

Jobst Compri2 Lite

Two-layer compression bandage system. Comprises a padding bandage and a latex-free compression bandage. Applies a compression level of 20–30mmHg at the ankle.
Jobst Comprifore Latex-free
Essity

Jobst Comprifore Latex-free

Four-layer bandage kit providing graduated compression of 40mmHg at the ankle. The kit contains four latex-free bandages: Jobst Comprifore no. 1, an absorbent padding bandage; Jobst Comprifore no. 2, a light conforming bandage; Jobst Comprifore no. 3, a light compression bandage; Jobst Comprifore no. 4, a flexible cohesive compression bandage.
Jobst Comprifore Lite Latex-free
Essity

Jobst Comprifore Lite Latex-free

Three-layer bandage kit providing reduced compression. The kit contains three latex-free bandages: Jobst Comprifore no. 1, an absorbent padding bandage; Jobst Comprifore no. 2, a light conforming bandage; Jobst Comprifore no. 4, a flexible cohesive compression bandage.
Jobst Comprilan
Essity

Jobst Comprilan

100% cotton short-stretch compression bandage
K-Four
Urgo Medical

K-Four

Multilayer compression bandage system for the treatment of venous and mixed aetiology leg ulcers. Comprises K-Soft sub-bandage wadding, K-Lite type 2 bandage, K-Plus type 3a light compression bandage, Ko-Flex type 3a cohesive bandage or K-threeC (type 3c providing extra pressure for ankles >25cm). Components are available in longer length for use with larger limbs.
Ko-Flex
Urgo Medical

Ko-Flex

A water-resistant, vapour-permeable, knitted fabric consisting of cotton, acrylic and elastomeric fibres. The fabric is coated with particles of natural latex, which makes it cohesive and enables it to stick to itself. A type 3a bandage.
K-Plus
Urgo Medical

K-Plus

White knitted fabric consisting of viscose, nylon and elastomeric yarn. A light-blue line runs along the middle of its length to aid 50% overlap when bandaging. Also available in long length. Latex-free.
K-Soft
Urgo Medical

K-Soft

An absorbent, non-woven, sub-bandage wadding comprising a blend of viscose and polyester. Latex-free.
K-ThreeC
Urgo Medical

K-ThreeC

A lightweight knitted compression fabric composed of viscose, elastane and nylon. The bandage has two-way stretch. Latex-free.
Profore Multi-Layer Compression Bandage System
Smith+Nephew

Profore Multi-Layer Compression Bandage System

Multi-layer compression bandage system, consisting of a wound contact layer and a combination of a further three or four bandages. The system is available in a range of configurations to accommodate large diameter ankles and has a latex free formulation.
Rosidal K
L&R

Rosidal K

Inelastic (short-stretch) compression bandage
Rosidal Soft
L&R

Rosidal Soft

Foam rubber sub-compression padding bandage
Setopress
Mölnlycke

Setopress

Polyamide, elastane and cotton, type 3c long-stretch high-compression bandage
Tensopress
Essity

Tensopress

High compression extensible bandage, type 3C
Ultra Four
Robinson Healthcare

Ultra Four

Latex-free multilayer compression bandage system
UrgoKTwo
Urgo Medical

UrgoKTwo

Multicomponent compression bandage system that combines elastic and inelastic components. Designed to provide sustained graduated compression for up to 7 days. The first-layer, K-Tech, is a short-stretch (inelastic) bandage that delivers stiffness, absorbency and 80% of the pressure. The second-layer, K-Press, is an elastic, cohesive bandage that keeps the system in place and provides additional compression to achieve therapeutic pressure. The combined effect is designed to provide continuous, consistent and comfortable compression, both when active and at rest.
UrgoKTwo Reduced
Urgo Medical

UrgoKTwo Reduced

Multicomponent compression bandage system that combines elastic and inelastic components. Provides sustained graduated compression for up to 7 days. The first layer, KTech, is a short-stretch (inelastic) bandage that delivers stiffness, absorbency and 80% of the pressure. The second-layer, K-Press, is an elastic, cohesive bandage that keeps the system in place and provides additional compression to provide therapeutic pressure. The combined effect is designed to provide continuous, consistent and comfortable compression, both when active and at rest. Donates an average pressure of 20mmHg at the ankle. Also available in latex-free.
UrgoKTwo with UrgoStart
Urgo Medical

UrgoKTwo with UrgoStart

Multicomponent compression bandaging kit that combines UrgoKTwo with UrgoStart Contact
Vene Microlight
Haddenham Healthcare

Vene Microlight

Ready-to-wear breathable microfiber compression garments