Flexy Plus

A BS 7505 Type 3A light compression bandage that achieves and maintains reliable sub-bandage pressure, with a central application guide line.

CE · UKCA Medical Device Class I Non-sterile BS 7505:1995 Type 3A

Overview

Flexy Plus is a Type 3A light compression bandage that achieves and maintains reliable levels of sub-bandage pressure. A central guide line supports accurate, even application. It can be used on its own or as a component of a multi-layer compression system.

Indications

For compression therapy in venous disease and oedema of other causes, in patients with an Ankle Brachial Pressure Index (ABPI) of 0.8–1.3. It can also be used as a support and relief bandage for injuries of the musculoskeletal system.

Key features

Central application guide line
Low wrinkling
Skin-friendly
Air-permeable
Latex-free

Regulatory

CE and UKCA marked. Medical Device Class I. BS 7505:1995 Type 3A. Supplied non-sterile.

Specifications

Flexy Plus — specifications
Characteristic	Specification
Material composition	84% viscose, 11.5% polyamide, 4% elastane, 0.5% cotton
Width	10 cm (±0.5)
Length (stretched)	8.7–11.3 m (±0.30)
Extensibility (10 N/cm, machine direction)	180% (±20)
Weight	85 g/m² (±5)
Standard colour	White, with central guidance line
Shelf life	5 years
Latex	Latex-free

Sizing & reference numbers

Flexy Plus — sizes and reference numbers
Width	Length (stretched)	Reference
10 cm	8.7 m	10018
10 cm	10.25 m	10019
10 cm	11.3 m	10064

Standard performance

BS 7505:1995 Type 3A — performance
Parameter	Value
Tension ratio	≥ 70%
Working extension	35–150%
Differential extension	≤ 2.0%

Single use only when applied as a component of a multi-layer compression system.

Role within a multi-layer system

Used as Layer 3 in a multi-layer compression kit, and also effective as a standalone Type 3A compression bandage. Flexy Clinical Kits™ pages to follow.