What Is a Triangular Bandage?
There are many different kinds of bandages available for various injuries. A triangular bandage, or a covering shaped like a triangle, can be used for many of these needs. Its applications include use in arm slings, tourniquets, compression bandages, and various dressing coverings. Considered one of the most versatile bandages, a triangular bandage is usually made out of muslin cloth. Normally white, an average first aid triangular bandage weighs about a tenth of a pound (.05 kilograms). The size of the bandages vary, typical brands run approximately 40 inches (101.6 centimeters) by 50 inches (127 inches). Sealed in plastic, it often comes with safety pins or other securing devices to keep it in place during use.
