No. The HemoBand™ does go around the arm, but because of the wide band design, unless excessive pressure is used, it does not act as a tourniquet.

Check with your facility's treatment protocols for specific treatment guidelines. Typically the HemoBand™ is left in place for five to ten minutes, the typical time used for holding the needle site. It may be left on for an additional five to ten minutes if needed. The arm and hand must be checked to assure normal perfusion distal to the HemoBand™. You should also check and make sure that the graft is patent by documentation of a bruit in the graft.

The HemoBand™ has been in use for over ten years. During that time close to a million applications have been utilized to control bleeding following needle removal after hemodialysis or radial artery approach procedures.

Most patients can have limited activity, including bathroom privileges or moving to a more comfortable chair with observation.

For the most part, the HemoBand™ is very comfortable for the patient. Occasionally, a small fold of skin can get pinched. This is easily corrected by readjusting the band.

Place your order online or fax your order to HemoBand at 503-617-1823. Most orders are shipped within 24 hours of receipt and you will receive a fax or email confirmation of your order shipment. Please order HemoBands in multiples of the following quantities: a. HB-1M: Sterile: 12 packs/bag: Note that there is one sterile HemoBand in each sterile pack. b. HB-NS: Non-sterile: 24/bag and 360/case c. HB-NSXL: Non-sterile (extra long): 24/bag and 360/case

For questions, please call 1-800-297-8485. You may also contact by email at sales@hemoband.net. B. HemoBand, Inc. is on Pacific Standard Time so please allow us some time to respond to early morning questions from the EST and CST time zones.