{"product_id":"rheva-small-wound-protection-dressing-7-x-5-cm","title":"Rheva Small Wound Protection Dressing 7 x 5 cm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRheva Small Wound Protection - Patented Mesh Dressing for Joints and Limbs\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eRheva Small Wound Protection is a patented 7 x 5 cm adhesive dressing for horses, designed for smaller wounds and for high-movement areas such as joints and limbs. A specialised mesh creates a protective barrier between the wound and potential infection risks, while the dressing applies as easily as a standard bandage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt is best for horse owners, grooms and yard managers who need a dependable first aid option for knocks and grazes on knees, hocks, fetlocks and cannon bones, where ordinary dressings tend to crease or lift. Browse more yard essentials in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-health-veterinary\"\u003ehorse health and veterinary collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7 x 5 cm size\u003c\/strong\u003e - suited to smaller wounds\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for joints and limbs\u003c\/strong\u003e - intended for areas with high mobility\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatented specialised mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e forming a protective barrier against potential infection risks\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedical-grade acrylic adhesive\u003c\/strong\u003e for secure attachment to the skin\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedical-grade TPE protective layer\u003c\/strong\u003e over the wound area\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBandage-simple application\u003c\/strong\u003e - no specialist technique required\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwedish design\u003c\/strong\u003e from wound protection specialist Rheva\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRheva\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall Wound Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 x 5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdhesive\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedical-grade acrylic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProtective layer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedical-grade TPE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePatented specialised mesh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIntended use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmaller wounds, joints and limbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorses and ponies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSweden\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eRestrain the horse safely and assess the wound. Call your vet for deep, heavily contaminated or non-healing wounds, or any injury near a joint capsule.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClean the wound following your vet's guidance and allow the surrounding skin to dry fully.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClip or trim hair around the area if needed so the acrylic adhesive can bond to the skin.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePeel the backing and position the dressing centrally over the wound, smoothing outwards from the middle.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePress the adhesive edges down firmly, following the contour of the joint or limb.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck the dressing daily and replace it if it becomes soiled, wet or lifts at the edges.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is Rheva Small Wound Protection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach dressing measures 7 x 5 cm, a size chosen for smaller wounds rather than large surface injuries.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used on joints such as knees and hocks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is specifically designed for smaller wounds and areas with high mobility, including joints and limbs.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat materials is it made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt uses a medical-grade acrylic adhesive and a medical-grade TPE protective layer over a patented specialised mesh.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to apply?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is designed to be as easy to apply as a standard bandage, with no specialist bandaging technique required.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the mesh help?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe specialised mesh creates a protective barrier between the wound and potential infection risks while the dressing remains in place.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it replace veterinary treatment?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is a wound protection product for first aid use. Always contact your vet for deep, contaminated or non-healing wounds, or if you are unsure about an injury.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Rheva\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eRheva is a Swedish brand focused on wound protection, built around a patented mesh construction combined with medical-grade adhesive and TPE materials. The range is designed so that effective protection remains as straightforward to apply as everyday bandaging.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e {\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What size is Rheva Small Wound Protection?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Each dressing measures 7 x 5 cm, a size chosen for smaller wounds rather than large surface injuries.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can it be used on joints such as knees and hocks?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. 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