# Robert Jones Bandage Application

## Overview

This module describes how to apply a Robert Jones bandage, which is a bulky compression bandage usually applied to the lower limb to aid immobilisation and reduce swelling.

## Indications

## Contraindications

## Patient information and consent

Always verify your patient’s identity and obtain informed consent before proceeding.

### How do I explain this procedure?

“Because you have hurt your leg, I’m going to apply a bandage that will help with the swelling and will keep it from moving too much.”

### What can my patient expect?

“I’m going to wrap your leg in a few layers of bandages. They will be quite tight so it might be a little uncomfortable, especially while I’m moving your leg around to wrap the bandages.”

### What is my patient’s role?

“Let me know if it becomes too painful. If you feel tingling in your leg or can’t move your toes anymore, or if your leg changes colour, call the nursing staff and we will remove the bandage.”

## Preparation

Prepare a trolley with equipment. An assistant is useful for this procedure.

### Documentation

### Equipment

## Site & Positioning

The patient should be supine or seated. The bandage is applied from mid-thigh to mid-calf.

## Procedure

Follow medical asepsis without gloves.

## Risks

## References