3M Tegaderm I.V. Film Dressing 12x12cm (n)

Tension, hardened muscles, circulatory problems, swelling, joint pain: for these and many other complaints, colourful adhesive strips provide relief — and all without medication. What is their mechanism and what else can tapes do?

A well-stocked first aid kit should definitely be in every household – even if it only contains plasters. Many different life‑saving first aid kits with varying equipment are offered. Which one is best suited to your personal needs?

One unfortunate movement – and ligaments or tendons are torn or overstretched. In such cases an orthosis is often used to balance mobility and stability of the body and thereby restore movement. How does an orthosis work and what should you know about it?