PowerFlex No Chew Bandage | Horse Wound Care

*	Bitter taste helps prevent biting, tearing, and chewing of bandages to protect wounds

*	Controlled compression bandage will not constrict

*	"The Ultimate Bandage" has strong, 23-lb tensile strength

Keep your horse from biting or tearing at bandages. PowerFlex No Chew Bandage is coated with a bitter taste horses hate, so they'll leave the bandage alone. PowerFlex No Chew is self-adhesive and may be used for support or to protect cuts, abrasions, and other wounds.

Non-slip PowerFlex No Chew Bandage gives a controlled compression so there's no constriction. Since it has 23 lbs of tensile strength, it's strong and durable, yet flexible enough to conform to all body areas. PowerFlex No Chew Bandage is sweat and water-resistant, will not stick to skin or hair, and is breathable. It is quick and easy to apply - no scissors are needed; simply remove the amount you need and tear by hand.

Note: Bitter Bandages are safe for horses, pets, and humans. They may, however, leave a residue on your hands after use. Gloves are strongly recommended.

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Use Instructions
Apply at approximately 50% stretch. Applying too tightly may impair circulation. Apply last wrap with no tension, press firmly into place. Remove and reapply daily. Do not apply directly over open wounds.

Bandaging Tips
Proper bandage use is essential, no matter how your chosen bandage is used. In fact, an incorrectly applied bandage can thwart any wound or injury care efforts you have made. Worse, bandages that are wrapped too tightly can actually cut off circulation, damage tissue, or injure muscles and tendons. Similarly, those that are too loose can easily get caught in the barn or pasture and cause your horse to stumble and fall. The key is to use bandages as directed by your veterinarian with the following tips in mind:

Keep them clean - do not use dirty, wet, or torn bandages, as they can cause secondary skin problems or infect a wound. A new bandage is always best.
Change them frequently - unless directed by your veterinarian, change each bandage at least once per day. If the bandage has become dirty or torn, put on a clean one.
Keep pressure equal - as you wrap the bandage, apply from front to back, outside to inside (counterclockwise for left legs; clockwise for right legs). This helps prevent tendons from being pulled away from the cannon bone and blood vessels.

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