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How to Use Sterile Gauze Swabs | Wholesale Medical Gauze Pads & Bandaging Methods

Sterile gauze swabs (also called medical gauze pads, medical gauze sheets, or cotton wound dressings) are essential consumables in hospitals, clinics, emergency care, and first-aid kits. They are widely used for wound protection, absorption of exudate, and surgical dressing fixation.

We provide bulk supply and OEM customization of sterile gauze swabs, non-sterile gauze pads, and bandaging accessories to hospitals, pharmacies, and distributors worldwide.

Precautions for Using Medical Gauze Sheets

  1. Single-use only: Medical gauze sheets are disposable and must not be reused.

  2. Flammable material: Made of 100% cotton, gauze swabs should be kept away from fire and flammable items.

  3. Proper storage: Store gauze sheets in a cool, dry, ventilated place. Avoid high humidity.

  4. Safe disposal: After use, dispose of gauze pads according to hospital infection-control or environmental regulations.

Bandaging Methods Using Sterile Gauze and Medical Bandages

1. Ordinary Dressing Bandage

  • Unroll the bandage, holding one end firmly.

  • Place the tape end obliquely under the bandaged area and wrap it securely.

  • Fold the oblique corner down and circle 2–3 times.

  • Fix with medical tape, adhesive plaster, or bandage clips.

2. Ring Bandage Method

  • Used at the beginning or end of bandaging small wounds (neck, wrist, chest, abdomen).

  • Wrap in at least two loops, with the lower layer completely covering the upper one.

  • Fix with adhesive tape or pins, or split the end into two strips to tie securely.

3. Snake Wrapping Method (Oblique Stretch)

  • Ideal for quick bandaging from one area to another, or splint fixation.

  • Wrap twice, then wind obliquely upward at intervals, and finish with two loops.

4. Spiral Wrapping Method

  • Suitable for limbs or body parts of equal diameter (upper arms, fingers, torso, thighs).

  • Wrap twice, then spiral upward at <30°, overlapping 1/3–1/2 each turn.

  • Finish with two loops and secure.

5. Spiral Reflex Wrapping (Turning Method)

  • Used for parts with varying diameters (forearm, calf).

  • Wrap twice, spiral upward at <30°, folding downward each turn to align the folds.

  • Cover 1/3–1/2 of the previous layer and secure.

6. “8” Wrapping Method

  • For joints and flexible parts (elbows, shoulders, hips, knees).

  • Wrap distal end twice, cross over joint making a figure “8”, overlapping 1/3–1/2 each turn.

  • Secure with a ring bandage.

7. Return Bandaging Method

  • For tips or areas without tops (fingertips, head, amputation stumps).

  • Ring wrap twice, then fold perpendicular upwards covering the center, left, and right sides alternately.

  • Overlap 1/3–1/2 each time, then secure with two loops.

Why Choose Our Sterile Gauze Swabs?

  • Premium 100% cotton medical gauze with high absorbency.

  • Sterile & non-sterile options for wound care, surgical use, and first aid.

  • OEM/ODM customization: sizes, layers, packaging, and branding.

  • Certified manufacturing: CE / ISO / FDA compliant factory.

  • Bulk supply for hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, and emergency responders.