Silicone Ryle's tube is a flexible medical device used for gastric decompression, enteral feeding, and gastric lavage. Learn more about this soft and flexible tube made of biocompatible material, its benefits over traditional tubes, and the various medical uses for this important tool.
Elastic bandages are "stretchable bandages used to generate local pressure". Elastic bandages are usually used to treat muscle sprains and strains. They reduce blood flow to specific areas by applying steady pressure, thereby limiting swelling in the injured area. Elastic bandages are also used to treat fractures.