Tubular Bandages - Tubigrip, Medigrip, Comprigrip
Tubular compression bandages for limb support and dressing retention - Molnlycke Tubigrip in sizes 1437 (size B), 1443 (size D) and 1450 (size F), Medline Medigrip and Comprigrip in matched sizes. Seamless tubular construction provides consistent circumferential light-to-moderate compression for limb support after injury, retention over wound dressings, mild lymphedema, post-cast support and general clinical applications. Ships within 24 hours. Wholesale case pricing.
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Tubular Bandages for Limb Support and Dressing Retention
Tubular bandages provide light-to-moderate compression in a seamless tubular elastic format that slides over the limb. The format eliminates the variable application technique issues of wrapped compression bandages - tubular bandages deliver consistent circumferential compression that is more reproducible than wrapped compression, particularly when applied by non-specialist nursing or home health staff. The clinical applications span limb support after injury (sprains, strains, soft tissue injury), retention of primary wound dressings, mild lymphedema management, post-cast removal support, and general clinical applications where light compression and limb support are needed without the therapeutic-pressure profile of multi-layer compression systems.
Tubular Bandage Products Available
- Molnlycke Tubigrip Size B (1437) - Small-medium adult limb size. Used for adult forearms, lower legs and slim adult thighs.
- Molnlycke Tubigrip Size D (1443) - Medium-large adult limb size. Used for adult upper arms, larger lower legs and standard adult thighs.
- Molnlycke Tubigrip Size F (1450) - Large adult limb size. Used for adult thighs and large lower legs.
- Medline Medigrip - Tubular bandage line in matched size range. Alternative to Tubigrip for facilities preferring Medline supply.
- Medline Comprigrip - Higher-compression tubular bandage variant for applications requiring firmer compression than standard tubular bandages.
Tubular Bandage Size Selection
| Size Code | Limb Circumference Range | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|
| Size A | Smaller pediatric limbs and adult fingers | Pediatric forearms, adult finger dressings |
| Size B (Tubigrip 1437) | Small-medium adult limb | Adult forearms, smaller lower legs, slim thighs |
| Size C | Medium adult limb | Adult upper arms, average lower legs |
| Size D (Tubigrip 1443) | Medium-large adult limb | Adult upper arms, larger lower legs, standard thighs |
| Size E | Large adult limb | Larger adult thighs and proximal upper limbs |
| Size F (Tubigrip 1450) | Large adult limb | Large adult thighs and proximal lower limbs |
| Size G+ | Very large adult limb / abdominal applications | Largest limbs, abdominal applications |
Clinical Applications for Tubular Bandages
- Limb support after injury - Tubular bandages provide light compression and support after sprains, strains and minor soft tissue injuries. Standard in athletic training, ED discharge instructions and occupational health.
- Dressing retention - Tubular bandages retain primary wound dressings on extremity wounds without requiring tape or other fixation. Particularly useful for non-adhesive primary dressings (Allevyn Non-Adhesive Hydrocellular, alginate, gelling fiber) on limbs.
- Mild lymphedema management - Tubular bandages provide the light circumferential compression appropriate for early or mild lymphedema. Not a substitute for multi-layer compression in advanced lymphedema cases.
- Post-cast support - Following cast removal, tubular bandages provide light compression during the transition back to normal limb function.
- Pediatric applications - Smaller tubular bandage sizes are appropriate for pediatric limb support and pediatric dressing retention.
- Long-term care - Tubular bandages are widely used in long-term care for limb support, swelling management and dressing retention as a simple, reproducible compression option.
Why Seamless Tubular Format Matters
Tubular bandages eliminate the application technique variability of wrapped compression bandages - in wrapped compression, the applied tension and wrap pattern can vary significantly between clinicians and applications, producing inconsistent compression delivery. Tubular bandages deliver the same circumferential compression every time at a given limb circumference, making them more suitable for non-specialist application by general nursing staff, home health staff and lay family caregivers. The trade-off is that tubular bandages do not deliver the therapeutic 30-40 mmHg compression required for venous leg ulcer management - that application requires multi-layer compression systems.
Tubular bandages are a high-volume general clinical compression category - simpler than multi-layer compression systems and used across more clinical settings. The Tubigrip line is the catalog standard with Medigrip and Comprigrip available as alternatives. Order at the best Wholesale Prices with MAP Medical.
Top Tubular Bandages
- Molnlycke # 1437 - Tubigrip Tubular Bandage, Size B
- Molnlycke # 1443 - Tubigrip Tubular Bandage, Size D
- Molnlycke # 1450 - Tubigrip Tubular Bandage, Size F
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a tubular bandage and how does it work?
A tubular bandage is a seamless tubular elastic bandage that slides over the limb to provide light-to-moderate circumferential compression. The seamless format provides consistent compression every time at a given limb circumference, eliminating the variable application technique issues of wrapped compression bandages. Tubular bandages are used for limb support, dressing retention, mild lymphedema, post-cast support and general clinical applications.
What is the difference between Tubigrip and multi-layer compression systems?
Tubular bandages (Tubigrip) provide light-to-moderate compression in a seamless tubular format - simple to apply, consistent compression every time, but not therapeutic-pressure for venous leg ulcer management. Multi-layer compression systems (Coban 2, Profore) deliver therapeutic 30-40 mmHg compression specifically for venous leg ulcer management through multiple bandage layers applied in sequence. Tubular bandages are for general support and light compression; multi-layer systems are for therapeutic venous ulcer compression.
How are Tubigrip sizes selected?
Tubigrip sizes are coded A through G+ based on limb circumference. The most commonly stocked sizes are B (1437, small-medium adult), D (1443, medium-large adult) and F (1450, large adult). Size A is for smaller pediatric limbs and adult fingers; size G+ is for very large limb and abdominal applications. Manufacturer sizing charts match limb circumference measurements to appropriate Tubigrip size.
Can facilities order tubular bandages in bulk?
Yes. Tubular bandages are stocked in case quantities for hospitals, long-term care facilities, home health agencies, occupational health programs, athletic training programs and licensed distributors. Tubigrip in sizes 1437, 1443 and 1450 are the most commonly stocked SKUs. Medigrip and Comprigrip are stocked as alternatives. Contact our team for case pricing.
What tubular bandages should be in a facility formulary?
A standard tubular bandage formulary covers the three core adult sizes: B (1437) for forearms and smaller lower legs, D (1443) for upper arms and average lower legs, and F (1450) for thighs and large lower legs. Pediatric-focused facilities should also stock size A. Higher-compression Comprigrip should be added for facilities running active lymphedema or compression-intensive programs. Contact our team to build a tubular bandage formulary matched to facility population and clinical mix.