3M Vetrap Bandage - 4" x 5 Yards - Self-Adherent Cohesive Wrap for Horses, Breathable Leg Support & Wound Care

Ensure your horse receives the gold-standard in support and protection with the world-renowned 3M Vetrap, the indispensable choice for rapid recovery and elite athletic performance. Whether you are managing a sudden injury or providing preventative support for high-impact work, this self-adherent wrap delivers professional-grade compression without the risk of skin irritation or hair pulling.

Engineered specifically for the unique demands of equine care, 3M Vetrap features a proprietary porous, lightweight construction that promotes essential airflow to the skin while maintaining a secure, non-slip hold. Unlike traditional bandages that require messy adhesives or frustrating clips, this high-performance wrap utilizes advanced cohesive technology to stick only to itself, allowing for a custom, contoured fit that moves naturally with your horse’s joints and tendons during movement.

Key Features & Specifications:

• Self-Adherent Cohesive Technology: Sticks firmly to itself without the need for pins, clips, or tape, ensuring it won't pull sensitive hair or skin during application or removal.
• Optimal 4-Inch Width: The industry-standard 4" x 5 yards (stretched) dimensions are perfectly sized to cover the cannon bone and fetlock of average-sized horses with a single roll.
• Breathable, Porous Material: The lightweight, high-tech fabric allows air to circulate freely, preventing moisture buildup and keeping wound sites or tendons cool and healthy.
• Hand-Tearable Convenience: Designed for quick action in the barn or field, this wrap tears easily by hand both lengthwise and crosswise, eliminating the need for scissors in urgent situations.
• Consistent Compression & Support: Provides reliable pressure for sprains, strains, and "rundown" protection, making it a staple for high-intensity disciplines like racing, eventing, and jumping.
• Multi-Discipline Versatility: An essential first-aid tool for securing sterile dressings, applying poultices, reinforcing splints, or creating protective tail wraps for shipping and breeding.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: How do I apply Vetrap safely to avoid cutting off my horse's circulation?
A: To ensure safety and prevent the "tourniquet effect," always apply Vetrap at approximately 50% of its maximum stretch. A professional rule of thumb is to ensure you can comfortably slide two fingers under the finished wrap to maintain healthy blood flow while providing support.

Q: Can I apply this bandage directly to an open wound or cut?
A: No, 3M Vetrap should never be applied directly to an open wound. You should always place a sterile, non-adherent dressing or wound pad over the injury first, then use the Vetrap to secure and protect the primary dressing.

Q: Is this wrap suitable for use during exercise or turnout?
A: Absolutely. Because it is lightweight, breathable, and flexible, it is designed to conform to the horse's joints, providing support and protection without restricting the natural range of motion required for performance.

Item Number/SKU: 13254154