How Do You Put an Ace Bandage on an Ankle?

An Ace bandage is a simple elastic wrap used in a variety of medical treatments. Wrap bandages apply pressure to tissue or lock important treatment items in place, such as bandages or heat packs. If you have a sprained ankle and could use the help of an Ace bandage, getting it on is a relatively straightforward task.

Instructions

• 1

  Place the bandage roll in your right hand and use your left hand to secure the loose end of the bandage onto the top of your injured foot.

• 2

  Wrap the bandage around your foot at least two times, overlapping the wrap to keep it securely fastened.

• 3

  Continue to wrap the bandage around your foot, moving up toward the ankle. Be sure to leave your heel exposed.

• 4

  Wrap the bandage behind your ankle, then across the top of your foot. Wrap back around the bottom of the foot and then return to the back of the ankle.

• 5

  Continue wrapping in a figure-eight pattern until the bandage runs short, then finish by wrapping around the ankle and up toward the calf.

• 6

  Clip or tape the bandage to secure it in place.