A strip or roll of fabric or plastic material (non-natural rubber latex) intended to be applied to and compress a local area of the body for one or more preventative/therapeutic applications (e.g., prevent oedema, support injuries associated with minor trauma, treat disorders of venous return). It may be described as a sports tape intended for support while allowing movement, or described as a compression bandage; it is not intended to be used in association with open wounds. It is intended for use in the home or healthcare facility. This is a single-use device.