Medical bags for the club medic

An organised bag for quick intervention

On the edge of the pitch, the physio has a few seconds to grab a dressing, a bandage, or an ice pack, often in the rain and amidst the excitement of the game. A medical bag is judged by its organisation: a wide opening that reveals all the contents, compartments and pockets that prevent rummaging, and a solid base that stands firm on wet grass. The bag Errea Medical, created by the Italian supplier founded near Parma in 1988, is designed for this role and offers the space needed for all the materials for an entire match, from pre-match strapping to last-minute care.

Other care

Care also includes:

• Bandages.
• Cold products.
• Hot products.
• Recovery accessories.

All care items are gathered on the care page.

Select first aid kit or aluderm kit: the educator and transport

Not every session has a physio. The first aid kit Select, compact, fits in the bag of the educator and covers minor incidents during youth training: scrapes, nosebleeds, minor injuries. The aluderm kit carries the name of the dressings from the German manufacturer Söhngen: sterile and covered with a thin layer of aluminium, they do not stick to the wound and can be removed without tearing the scab, an advantage for burns from synthetic pitch friction and scrapes. Both formats also have their place in the bus, for tournaments and long-distance trips.

The contents of a complete rugby kit

A club kit is made up of a few categories. For wounds: sterile dressings, antiseptic, adhesive sutures, dressings of various sizes, and disposable gloves. For support: elastic bandages, rigid tape and kinesiology tape, rounded-tip scissors. For impacts: instant cold packs and spray. Additionally, there’s a survival blanket, saline solution to rinse an eye, and a list of emergency contacts with health records of minor players. After each match, items used are restocked and expiration dates are checked.

Good deals

Great deals can be found in good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, and Black Friday. The new products showcase the latest collections, and the items shipped in 24h are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a stable timeline: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the end of year festivities, winter sales, the French Days in spring, then summer sales and back-to-school.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which medical bag to choose for a rugby club?

A model large enough for an entire match, rain-resistant, that opens wide and stands firmly on the ground. It’s preferable to have removable pockets by usage: wounds, support, cold, so you can find each item even in an emergency.

Is a defibrillator needed at the side of a rugby pitch?

Since January 1, 2022, enclosed sports facilities must be equipped with one; for an outdoor pitch, it depends on the facility's equipment. Each educator benefits from knowing where the nearest machine is located.

What training is required for a volunteer physio?

The level one Prevention and First Aid training, which is completed in one day, is the foundation. World Rugby also offers additional online modules on recognizing and managing concussions.

What to do in case of suspected concussion?

The player is immediately removed and does not return to the match, even if they feel better. They are monitored, never left alone, and then examined by a doctor before any gradual return to sport.

What kit to prepare for a youth tournament?

One kit per team participating, with more cold packs than usual, as matches follow one another. Parent permission forms and family contact details should be included, crucial if a child needs to be taken to the emergency room.