Treating Fractures in the Field
Lesson 6: Roller Bandages
6-5
6-5. APPLY A SPIRAL WRAP
The spiral wrap is usually used to cover the forearm, upper arm, calf, or thigh. It is not used to cover elbows, knees, fingers, or toes.
a. Apply an anchor wrap.
b. Wrap the limb in a spiral manner (see figure 6-4). On each turn, overlap about one-third of the previous turn. Keep the bandage tight enough to apply pressure to the limb, but not tight enough to impair blood circulation.
Figure 6-4. Spiral wrap.
c. Continue wrapping until the entire portion of the limb has been wrapped.
d. Secure the bandage with a circular wrap.
e. Tape, clip, or tie the end of the bandage.
