Plasters, dressings and fixation tapes

Plasters and materials for protection and securing dressings

A plaster with a dressing pad, a roll of fixation tape and a blister protector have different constructions and uses. This category helps you choose the right format and quantity for a sports kit or clinic, based on each product's instructions.

Which type of product are you looking for?

• Plasters with dressing pads: check the overall size, central protective pad and packaging. The plaster's dimensions are not automatically the dimensions of its pad.
• Adhesive fixation tapes: rolls available in several widths and lengths for securing materials according to their stated purpose.
• Blister products: compare shape, size and number of pieces. The model's instructions specify where and how it should be used.
• Second Skin-type materials: check the shape, dimensions, number of pieces and whether a separate securing material is needed.

Important details to compare

Check the unit of sale: some products are sold individually, while others come in rolls or containers with several pieces. Check whether the material is sterile; this must not be assumed for the whole category or all products from a brand.

For fixation tapes, compare the width with the material they need to hold in place. Read the composition, adhesive information and conditions of use for the exact product. Water resistance or latex-free statements are relevant only when confirmed by the manufacturer.

Storage and use

Follow the application, removal and storage instructions. For sterile products, check packaging integrity and the stated expiry date. Do not regard a product as reusable unless the label permits it.

Frequently asked questions

Does fixation tape always include a dressing pad?
No. Many products supplied in rolls are securing materials; the pad is selected separately according to the application.

Are a box and a single item priced on the same unit basis?
Read the offer together with the unit of sale and number of pieces. Compare the quantity actually supplied, not just the dimensions in the title.

For applications requiring a wraparound bandage, see the elastic and cohesive bandages category. Materials for an injury should be chosen according to a specialist's recommendation.

Explore related categories

• Elastic, cohesive and compression bandages
• Compression and protection