Molnlycke Tubigrip 10M Roll Beige F Size 1S 1452

Product Overview

Tubigrip™ is the long-established Mölnlycke Health Care multipurpose elasticated tubular support bandage used across orthopaedic, vascular, plastic-surgery, accident & emergency and community-nursing settings. The fabric is a circular-knitted tube with covered elastomeric threads laid in spirals, producing graduated radial compression that conforms to the contours of the limb without inhibiting movement. Size F is selected for circumferential applications on the large adult knee and the medium-sized thigh, and is one of the most frequently used sizes in adult orthopaedic practice.

Clinically, Tubigrip is used for the symptomatic management of sprains and strains, control of dependent and post-traumatic oedema, retention of primary wound dressings, support of post-cast removal limbs, post-burn scar maturation prophylaxis as part of a layered scar-management protocol, and after sclerotherapy or minor varicose-vein procedures. The bandage is reusable when laundered according to the manufacturer's instructions and is included in standard hospital procurement formularies in Singapore and across the United Kingdom NHS supply chain.

Specifications

Mölnlycke Tubigrip Size Reference (Adult)

Clinical Indications

• Symptomatic support of acute and sub-acute knee sprains, ligamentous injuries, and contusions of the medium-sized thigh.
• Control of post-operative and post-traumatic oedema following knee arthroscopy or large-joint orthopaedic intervention.
• Retention of primary wound dressings on the knee and thigh where adhesive retention is contraindicated.
• Compression component of layered scar-management protocols following partial-thickness burns or skin grafts.
• Support after sclerotherapy or short-saphenous procedures where a graduated compression sock is unsuitable.
• Soft-tissue support and proprioceptive feedback during early post-injury rehabilitation of the knee.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Size F selected and what compression class does Tubigrip provide?
Size F has a relaxed flat width of approximately 10 cm and is intended for the large adult knee and medium thigh. Tubigrip provides light, non-graduated radial support (sub-clinical compression). It is not a substitute for graduated medical compression hosiery (e.g., RAL or BS 7505 Class 1–3 stockings) when frank venous disease is being treated.

Is the bandage latex-free and suitable for sensitive patients?
Yes. Tubigrip is constructed from viscose, polyamide and covered elastane and is documented by the manufacturer as not containing natural rubber latex, supporting use in patients with type-I latex hypersensitivity.

How is the bandage applied — single layer or double?
For routine support a single layer is applied. Where additional support or scar-management compression is clinically indicated, a double layer of one size smaller can be used (manufacturer-described "double-layer technique"). Capillary refill, distal pulses and patient-reported tightness should be reassessed within 30 minutes of application.

What are the key contraindications?
Tubigrip should not be used in suspected or confirmed peripheral arterial disease without ankle-brachial pressure index (ABPI) assessment, in untreated deep vein thrombosis, or over compromised skin where dressing pressure could impair perfusion. It should be removed at night unless a medical practitioner has prescribed continuous wear.

Is this product registered for sale in Singapore?
Tubigrip is supplied in Singapore as a Class A general medical device under HSA notification, manufactured by Mölnlycke Health Care AB under an ISO 13485-certified quality management system. The same product carries CE marking under EU Medical Device Regulation 2017/745 and US FDA 510(k) clearance as an elastic bandage. Essential Medical International Supplies Pte Ltd (emis.asia) is the authorised reseller for this catalogue.