Elastic Adhesive Bandage - EAB Tear Lite

Elastic Adhesive Bandage - EAB Tear Lite

Elastic adhesive bandage (EAB) is one of the most versatile tapes for sports injuries, a staple for many physios and first aid kit users.tear eab It provides excellent support and compression, helping to reduce swelling, protect vulnerable areas and promote healing.tear eab It is also useful for holding dressings and ice packs securely in place. In addition, it is a great tape for taping joints such as ankles and wrists. EAB is available in a variety of widths, from 2.5cm to 5cm to 7.5cm and occasionally 10cm. For the best results, it is essential to use good quality scissors for cutting EAB as it is quite tough and will not tear easily by hand. For this reason, it is recommended that you avoid using Tuffkut scissors - these are designed for shearing through clothing and tend to not cope well with EAB. A pair of normal medical scissors or even dressmaker's scissors work much better.

Steroplast’s EAB Tear Lite is a high-quality elastic tape that is specifically hand-tearable for ultra-quick application.tear eab This is especially helpful in competitive environments where pitch-side first aid and pre-match taping takes place. EAB Tear Lite is made from lightweight, breathable and open-weave cotton and offers the same reliable performance as our premium EAB trainer’s choice and EAB elasticated bandage.

EAB Tear Lite is the ideal tape for all kinds of sports injury situations and for taping joints, including ankles and wrists.tear eab It is also effective for securing dressings and ice packs, as well as providing comfort for the skin with its soft and comfortable fabric.

As with all tapes, it is important that the skin is clean and dry before applying EAB.tear eab This is particularly important if you are going to be applying it to hairy body parts, as the tape can often stick to hair more than it does to skin. It is also recommended that you use a foam underwrap prior to taping to improve the hold of the tape.

In addition to being an excellent tape for sports injuries, EAB is also used as an ear guard to prevent cauliflower ears (which is common in boxers) and as a support for rugby players when lifting blocks during lineouts.tear eab Its superior adhesive helps to ensure that the tape stays in place and is not prone to slippage.

Tiger Tear is a high-quality, hand-tearable EAB that has a unique crinkle texture and is comfortable to wear, so athletes can focus on their game and FEEL RIGHT.tear eab It is an easy-to-use alternative to K TAPE and zinc oxide tape, with an anti-slip coating that minimises slippage. It is suitable for a wide range of applications, from moderate support to thumb taping, and is also used to tape lifting blocks to rugby players’ legs during lineouts. It is the go-to tape for fast, pitch-side first aid and for tape jobs on the move.