Lymphatic flow rates and first‐aid in simulated peripheral snake or spider envenomation

Abstract

Firm pressure bandaging is an effective means of restricting the lymphatic flow of toxins after envenomation, provided the bandage is applied within the defined pressure range. Strict limb immobilisation is necessary to minimise lymphatic flow, and walking after upper or lower limb envenomation will inevitably result in systemic envenomation despite first-aid measures.