Equine Bandaging Techniques
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Which material can be used for splinting in case of unstable fractures or tendon injuries?

  • Elastoplast
  • Rigid drainpipe (correct)
  • Duct tape
  • Wood stakes

How many times is the padding and conforming layer repeated in the Robert-Jones layer?

  • Four times
  • Three times (correct)
  • Once
  • Twice

Where should a splint be placed in Region 1?

  • Laterally and medially
  • On the forelimb
  • Dorsally (correct)
  • Laterally and caudally

Which type of splint ensures weight is placed through the whole toe and the heel is elevated?

<p>Kimzie splint (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of splinting unstable fractures or tendon injuries?

<p>To immobilize the affected area (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which region requires splint placement laterally and caudally?

<p>Region 2 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which material can be used for splinting in addition to rigid drainpipe?

<p>Guttering (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should splinting be done?

<p>For unstable fractures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should the splint be placed in Region 3?

<p>Laterally (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bandage is used for lacerated tendons or fractures?

<p>Robert Jones bandage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the conforming layer in a Robert Jones bandage?

<p>To create compression (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the order of materials used in bandaging?

<p>Protective material, padding, conforming, outer layer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the figure of 8 bandage?

<p>To provide stability (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the outer layer of the bandage called?

<p>Vetwrap (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many layers of padding are used in a Robert Jones bandage?

<p>Three (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Robert Jones bandage?

<p>To provide stability (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when applying a figure of 8 bandage?

<p>Pressure points (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the conforming layer in a simple bandage?

<p>To hold everything in place (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which material is NOT mentioned as a possible option for homemade splints?

<p>Elastoplast (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a Kimzie splint?

<p>To elevate the heel (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which region should a splint be placed dorsally?

<p>Region 1 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of fractures or injuries require splinting?

<p>Unstable fractures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which region requires splint placement laterally and medially?

<p>Region 3 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should Elastoplast be used in a Robert Jones bandage?

<p>At the top and bottom (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many times is the padding and conforming layer repeated in the Robert-Jones layer?

<p>Three times (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the conforming layer in a Robert Jones bandage?

<p>To provide padding (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What region requires splint placement laterally and caudally?

<p>Region 2 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bandage is used for lacerated tendons or fractures?

<p>Robert Jones bandage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the conforming layer in a Robert Jones bandage?

<p>To create compression (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many layers of padding are used in a Robert Jones bandage?

<p>Three layers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the conforming layer in a simple bandage?

<p>To hold everything in place (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many times is the padding and conforming layer repeated in the Robert-Jones layer?

<p>Three times (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when applying a figure of 8 bandage?

<p>Pressure points at the back of the joint (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which material can be used for splinting in addition to rigid drainpipe?

<p>Softban (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the figure of 8 bandage?

<p>To hold everything in place (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the outer layer of the bandage called?

<p>Vetwrap (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fractures or injuries require splinting?

<p>Lacerated tendons (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the conforming layer in a Robert Jones bandage?

<p>To provide padding (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a Kimzie splint?

<p>To stabilize the carpus (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which material can be used for splinting in case of unstable fractures or tendon injuries?

<p>Rigid drainpipe (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where should a splint be placed in Region 1?

<p>Dorsally (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bandage is used to hold everything in place with one layer of padding?

<p>Simple bandage (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the conforming layer in a Robert Jones bandage?

<p>To create compression (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which material is used for padding in a bandage?

<p>Cotton wool (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which region requires a figure of 8 bandage over the carpus and tarsus?

<p>Accessory carpal bone (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the order of materials used in bandaging?

<p>Protective material, padding, conforming, outer layer (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Finishing (______, duct tape, splints.)

<p>Elastoplast</p> Signup and view all the answers

Important thing is that you need to recognise that your padding and conforming layer is repeated three times in your ______ layer.

<p>Robert-Jones</p> Signup and view all the answers

We could use a ______ splint - where we apply a light bandage and apply the splint to the foot.

<p>kimzie</p> Signup and view all the answers

Split into 4 regions according to the biomechanics and forces on each region • Region 1: alignment of dorsal cortices, splint placed ______ (commercial splints)

<p>dorsally</p> Signup and view all the answers

Region 4: forelimb -stabilise ______.

<p>carpus</p> Signup and view all the answers

______ bandage is the same as the simple bandage and we use the figure of 8 bandage over the carpus and tarsus.

<p>Figure of 8</p> Signup and view all the answers

The conforming layer in a Robert-Jones is really important - has to be pulled really tight - to enable ______.

<p>stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

The order of materials that we would use - Bandaging materials: 1. Protective material (softban) 2. Padding (cotton wool/Gamgee) 3. Conforming (elasticated bandage e.g. knitfirm) â—‹ Have to make sure that the compression is all the way under the fetlock â—‹ Has to be ______.

<p>even</p> Signup and view all the answers

Our Robert-Jones bandage is there for stability of the limb - used for ______ tendons or fractures.

<p>lacerated</p> Signup and view all the answers

We want to avoid any pressure points at the back of the joint - over the accessory carpal bone. We do not want to pressure ______.

<p>sores</p> Signup and view all the answers

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