Compression therapies used in the Wirral
| 4 layer system | 3 layer system | |
|---|---|---|
| *Available on prescription. The 2nd and 3rd layers of both systems are washable and reusable, but in practice the 4 layer system was used once and discarded. | ||
| 1st layer | Orthopaedic wool padding | Orthopaedic wool padding |
| 2nd layer | Crepe bandage* | High power, highly extensible, compression bandage* |
| 3rd layer | Low power, highly extensible, elastomeric compression bandage | Shaped tubular elastomeric bandage |
| 4th layer | Medium power, moderately extensible, cohesive bandage | |
