OLAES® Modular Bandage
Sku : OAL-4Your Multipurpose Trauma Bandage
The OLAES® Modular Bandage is the newest generation of trauma bandages and is advantageous for all levels of care providers.
Packed with features such as 3 meters of gauze, a removable occlusive plastic sheet behind the OLAES® trauma dressing pad, and a pressure cup that can also act as a rigid eye shield, the advanced capabilities of the medical bandage are tucked neatly away and can be utilized if required or simply ignored. No hooks or clips to confuse or delay care. Velcro® 'Control' strips prevent the elastic roll from accidentally unraveling and secure the emergency bandage throughout the application process.
This OLAES® dressing is designed with direct input from some of the most experienced combat medics in the world, no detail has been left out. From the adhesive 'brakes' on the elastic bandage that prevent accidental unrolling to the zig-zag-packed gauze that easily feeds from the tactical bandage, this is the most comprehensive feature-packed bandage available without any added confusion.
No other medical dressing bandage offers so much versatility in such a small package. Cover minor wounds, apply truly effective pressure dressings, apply occlusive dressings, and have the ability to pack severe wounds with one OLAES® Modular Trauma Bandage.
Application Efficiency:
During high-stress situations, such as those involving casualties, stress effects on human performance often affect the fine motor skills of individuals. This makes simple tasks such as bandage application more difficult and time-consuming. By creating a pressure bandage where the application involves only gross motor skills, no direction changes around hooks or bars, the OLAES® Modular Bandage significantly offers a simpler and more effective solution in bandage dressing options.
The elastic combat dressing simply requires wrapping where the elastic stays flat instead of turning into a cord. Control of the elastic roll is maintained by the 'Control Strips' should the elastic be dropped. You no longer have to open or carry gauze and a bandage separately as both are included in the same package.
A True Pressure Cup:
The unique pressure cup generates true focused pressure on top of the wound site where it is required, not circumferential pressure like an ineffective tourniquet. The generated focused pressure helps occlude damaged vessels at the wound site where it is needed. It also reduces the amount of manual pressure required to be held, freeing up the care provider to treat other injuries or casualties.
The pressure cup can also be removed and used as a rigid eye shield for the treatment of ocular injuries as recommended in CoTCCC guidelines.
Features Include:
- Latex-free
- Elastic wrap with built-in 'control strips' to prevent inadvertent unraveling
- 3 meters of sterile 4-ply gauze
- The plastic occlusive sheet included in the dressing pocket
- Transparent pressure cup that focuses pressure on the wound site and allows for visual inspection of uncontrolled hemorrhage
NSN #: 6510-01-558-3342
US Patent: 7,652,190 and 8,163,973 B2
6” Version - 3.7oz / 105g
NSN: 6510-01-558-3342 (4")
NSN: 6510-01-558-3443 (6")
NSN: 6510-01-631-7893 (4" Flat Packed)
US Patent: 7,652,190 & 8,163,973 B2
This kit has everything you need and nothing you don’t, I added some extra zfild bandages and some extra gloves, but those are items I always add to my kits. This is actually a gift for a family member who is just getting started and I think it’s perfect you could easily build this one out in many different ways but you have a good start with the provided kit. I’ll probably be ordering two more I have others but I like these. Overall outstanding get one for someone you love, or who takes care of someone you love. Cheers !
What an awesome bandage! If I could only carry 1 dressing, the Olaes would be it! I have used several on duty, and 1 at home. Pressure dressing, wound packing gauze, oclusive dressing, eye cup, and it can be utilized for other things. I carry 1 in every kit I have.
Both the OLAES and Hemostatic modular bandages from TacMed are the first bandages when you open one of my trauma kits. The real advantage they offer is that in most cases you should only have to open one package if it's a wound that needs packing. If severe hemorrhaging is encountered, the hemeostatic bandage is ideal; everything you need is in one package.
If there is no severe hemorrhage, the OLAES is ideal and it has an occlusive sheet if needed. I pack it with a package of bleed stop rubber banded to it for added effectiveness if needed. The velcro stops are much appreciated keeping runaway bandages from rolling into the dirt.
1 out of the 3 OLAES modular bandages I received has a busted vacuum seal. It appears from other reviews that this is a trend. I think TACMED needs to inspect their vacuum seal process and QC prior to shipping.
The Olaes Modular Bandage is an exceptional piece of tactical medical equipment designed for both professional and civilian use. It stands out for its versatility, combining multiple functions such as a pressure bandage, wound packing material, and an integrated occlusive layer. The inclusion of a removable plastic cup for additional pressure and efficient wound coverage adds to its effectiveness. The bandage is easy to apply, even in high-stress situations, making it a valuable tool in trauma care. Its compact design and multi-functionality make it ideal for use in combat zones, emergency response, and first aid kits.