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How to speed up recovery from injuries: bandages, tapes and orthoses

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Kā paātrināt atveseļošanos pēc traumām: pārsēji, teipi un ortozes

Vacation is often a time when we can finally afford to move more – travel, play sports, go hiking, participate in gardening or simply try new activities. Children's summer camps also increase both the risk of injury and the number of injuries themselves. Of course, increased physical activity often comes with injuries – from abrasions and sprains to fractures.

While not all accidents can be predicted, you can certainly speed up your recovery by choosing the right products. Here are some of the products we recommend for various injuries.

Abrasions, cuts and burns

Small cuts, abrasions, or even burns often occur while hiking, biking, or gardening. In such cases, it is important to protect the damaged skin from infection and create a favorable environment for it to heal.

  • Opsite Flexigrid film dressing is the ideal solution for abrasions and minor wounds – it is transparent, waterproof and allows the wound to breathe, while providing protection for up to 14 days.
  • If you need a quick and convenient solution, especially for small cuts or after removing stitches, Opsite Spray will come in handy, as it forms a breathable protective film. It is also great for travelers – it doesn't take up space, but gives a sense of security.
Nobrāzumi, griezumi un apdegumi

Infected or slow-healing wounds

During gardening or summer activities, wounds can sometimes be less than innocent – ​​they can start to ooze, exudate, or heal reluctantly. In such cases, active infection control is necessary.

  • Iodosorb cadexomer iodine dressing is an effective solution that not only kills bacteria, but also helps the wound to cleanse and promote healing. It is especially useful for deeper, chronic or heavily exuding wounds.
  • For more sensitive areas, such as the sacrum area, Allevyn Sacrum foam dressing is suitable, which provides a moist environment for healing and protects against secondary injuries.
Inficētas vai lēni dzīstošas brūces

Sprains, bruises and overuse

Sports, active hiking, and even gardening often end in a sprained ankle, strained knee, or sore muscles. In such situations, both support and proper rehabilitation are important.

  • For minor injuries , kinesiology tapes are great – for example, AcuTop or Nasara . They reduce swelling, relieve pain and help muscles recover faster. The tapes also serve as prevention, protecting against repeated injuries. They are available in several colors -
  • If the injury is more serious, kinesiology tapes can help – for example, the DonJoy FortiLax knee brace for mild to moderate knee injuries or the TOBIPLUS ankle brace for sprains and instability. The braces provide stabilization and allow the joint to recover more safely and quickly.
Sastiepumi, sasitumi un pārslodze

Let's not forget about the children either

Not only adults, but also children are active during the holidays – and often they are the ones who suffer the most injuries. Falls, sprains or bruises during games, sports camps, etc. are not uncommon. Therefore, orthoses specially designed for children, such as children's knee orthoses or wrist orthoses , provide reliable support and help avoid more serious consequences, as well as ensure a faster healing process and the child can resume full-fledged activities as soon as possible.

Injuries are never expected, but they are a part of life, especially when we allow ourselves to move more and be more active. To prevent a vacation from turning into a sick leave, it is worth putting a few reliable helpers in your first aid kit or travel bag – from plastic bandages and sprays to tapes and orthoses. They allow you to react quickly, reduce the effects of the injury and get back to enjoying the summer faster.