PubMed · 2691028
Equine bandaging techniques.
Abstract
Topical medications and bandages play an important role in the management of equine wounds. Certain water-soluble antibacterial ointments (povidone-iodine, polymixin-neosporin-bacitracin) may be appropriate for use on contaminated wounds. A well-designed equine bandage is usually composed of primary, secondary, and tertiary layers. Because so many different products are available, the practitioner is advised to become familiar with the handling characteristics of a few. Because of the irregular contours of the equine limb, only products that stretch and conform should be used. Bandages should be applied snugly and secured in such a fashion that they will not slip or ride up. The horse should be confined to a stall while bandaged, and, even then, bandages must be changed at frequent intervals.
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W A Lindsay. 1989. Equine bandaging techniques.. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0749-0739(17)30572-2
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