Treating Fractures in the Field
Lesson 6: Roller Bandages
6-9
6-9. APPLY A SPICA WRAP
The spica wrap is a variation of the figure-eight wrap; it is used for large areas such as the shoulder and hip.
a. Anchor the bandage below the joint (around the upper arm or thigh).
b. Wrap the bandage across the joint and around the trunk of the body (chest or abdomen).
c. Return to and cross the previous wrap.
d. Wrap the bandage behind the limb, overlapping one-third of the anchor wrap.
e. Continue to wrap (steps b, c, and d) until the joint is sufficiently supported.
f. Tape, clip, or tie the end of the bandage.
