This method is commonly used for the wrist or areas where the limb is uniformly thick. First, wrap the bandage in overlapping circular layers. The first layer should be wrapped at a slight angle; the second and third layers should be circular, tucking the angled corner of the first layer under the circular layers. Finally, secure the end with adhesive tape, or cut the end into two strands and tie them in a knot.
2. Snake-like Method
This method is primarily used for splint fixation. First, wrap the bandage in several circular layers using the circular method. Then, wrap diagonally upward or downward at intervals based on the bandage's width.
3. Spiral Method
This method is primarily used for areas where the limb thickness is uniform.Begin with several circular wraps. Each subsequent wrap should overlap the previous one by one-third to two-thirds, forming a spiral pattern.
Hemostasis Methods for Different Body Areas
Head Bleeding: Apply thumb pressure to the superficial temporal artery, located 1.5 cm anterior and superior to the tragus, in line with the injured ear.
Head and Neck Bleeding: Press the four fingers together against the medial mid-portion of the sternocleidomastoid muscle, compressing the common carotid artery against the cervical vertebrae. Avoid simultaneously compressing both common carotid arteries to prevent cerebral ischemia and necrosis. Do not maintain pressure for too long to avoid danger.
Upper arm bleeding: Elevate the affected limb with one hand. Use the four fingers of the other hand to compress the brachial artery on the medial aspect of the mid-upper arm.
Palm bleeding: Elevate the affected limb. Use both thumbs to compress the ulnar and radial arteries at the wrist.
Thigh Bleeding: Apply firm backward pressure with both thumbs on the femoral artery, located slightly below the midpoint of the groin.
Foot Bleeding: Use both thumbs to compress the dorsal foot artery and the posterior neck artery (between the medial malleolus and Achilles tendon).