4 layer system | 3 layer system | |
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*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 |