Molnlycke Tubigrip 10M Roll Beige B Size 1S 1449

Product Overview

Molnlycke Tubigrip is a multi-purpose elasticated tubular bandage that provides consistent, circumferential compression without the application variability inherent in conventional crepe or cohesive bandages. The Size B roll (REF 1449, beige) has an unstretched circumference suitable for small adult and paediatric limbs including child wrists, small ankles, and upper forearms, with each 10-metre roll yielding multiple single-use or extended-wear applications depending on the anatomical site. The latex-free, seamless elasticated fabric contains covered elastic threads that move independently to conform to the natural contours of limbs, distributing pressure evenly and avoiding localised pressure points over bony prominences.

In Singapore's hospital, community nursing, and sports medicine settings, Tubigrip is used across a broad range of clinical scenarios from post-fracture oedema control and post-surgical limb compression to outpatient management of sprains sustained in community or occupational settings. Unlike adhesive compression bandages, Tubigrip can be removed and reapplied by patients at home without clinical assistance, making it particularly well-suited for outpatient and community use where patient independence is a care goal. The 10-metre roll format supports institutional procurement, allowing clinical teams to cut lengths precisely to patient need and anatomical site requirements.

Specifications

Clinical Indications

• Soft tissue sprains and strains: Provides sub-therapeutic compression for ankle, wrist, and knee sprains managed in emergency departments, sports medicine clinics, and primary care settings across Singapore.
• Post-operative and post-fracture oedema control: Controls dependent oedema of the distal limb following immobilisation or orthopaedic surgery, reducing swelling and improving patient comfort during rehabilitation.
• Post-burn scar compression: Used in burn rehabilitation protocols to apply consistent pressure over maturing hypertrophic scars, in line with guidelines from the International Society for Burn Injuries (ISBI).
• Ribcage and thoracic support: Provides circumferential support for rib injuries where rigid splinting is contraindicated, facilitating diaphragmatic breathing while limiting thoracic wall excursion.
• Retention dressing and wound support: Secures primary wound dressings and padding in place on the limb without adhesive contact, suitable for patients with fragile, sensitised, or adhesive-allergic skin.
• Dressing retention in paediatric patients: Size B dimensions are appropriate for paediatric wrist and ankle applications, offering a secure, non-adhesive dressing retention solution for younger patients.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the clinical rationale for applying Tubigrip in double layer versus single layer?
A: A single layer of Tubigrip Size B delivers approximately 10–15 mmHg compression — sufficient for dressing retention and mild swelling management. Doubling the layer (folding back over the limb) increases pressure to approximately 20–30 mmHg, moving into the sub-therapeutic compression range used for mild oedema of the distal extremity. Clinical decisions on single versus double application should be based on the patient's tissue status and vascular assessment. Tubigrip is not a substitute for therapeutic graduated compression hosiery (class I–III) in the management of chronic venous insufficiency or lymphoedema.

Q: How does Tubigrip compare with crepe bandages or cohesive bandages for compression?
A: Unlike crepe bandages, Tubigrip delivers consistent, repeatable compression without dependence on the applicator's bandaging technique. Cohesive bandages such as Co-ban offer higher and more graduated compression but cannot be easily removed and reapplied by patients at home. Tubigrip is preferred in outpatient and community settings where patient self-management is a goal, and where the product will be washed and reused multiple times.

Q: What is the correct sizing approach for Tubigrip?
A: Sizing is based on the unstretched circumference of the relevant anatomical site. Measure the circumference of the limb at the site of application and select the size whose unstretched range encompasses that measurement. Size B (14.5–34 cm) is appropriate for small adult or paediatric wrists and small ankles. The Molnlycke Tubigrip sizing chart, available from EMIS Asia, covers sizes A through L for all anatomical applications from fingers to the full thigh.

Q: Is Tubigrip available for institutional procurement in Singapore?
A: Yes. EMIS Asia supplies Molnlycke Tubigrip to Singapore acute hospitals, polyclinics, community hospitals, nursing homes, and home care agencies. Healthcare institutions may contact EMIS Asia for institutional pricing, volume orders, and standing-order arrangements. Individual rolls are also available through the EMIS Asia online store.

Q: Does Tubigrip require HSA registration in Singapore?
A: Tubigrip is a CE-marked, non-sterile compression and retention bandage classified as a Class A (lowest risk) medical device. Under Singapore's Medical Devices Act and the Therapeutic Products Act, Class A non-sterile devices may be imported and sold without mandatory HSA product registration, provided the manufacturer holds a valid ISO 13485 certification and CE mark. Molnlycke Health Care AB satisfies both requirements.