What is the name of the bleeding control method using hand pressure?

Under normal circumstances, the method of stopping bleeding by hand pressure is usually called direct pressure hemostasis. The detailed explanation is as follows:

Direct pressure hemostasis is the most straightforward and simple emergency method for controlling bleeding. Blood flows through blood vessels driven by the heart's pumping action; when a blood vessel is damaged, blood leaks out from the wound. Digital pressure hemostasis involves applying pressure with fingers or the palm to the artery on the proximal (closer to the heart) side of the wound. This compresses the blood vessel, blocking the flow of blood, thereby slowing down or even stopping blood flow at the injury site. This provides time for platelets to aggregate and form a clot, achieving the goal of stopping the bleeding. This method is suitable for minor arterial or venous bleeding on the body surface. During application, it is important to accurately locate the correct arterial compression point and maintain firm, continuous pressure.

In daily life, one can learn in advance the common arterial pressure points for different bleeding sites—for example, applying pressure at the wrist crease for hand bleeding, or pressing the posterior auricular artery behind the ear for head bleeding. After stopping the bleeding, cover the wound with clean gauze or a towel to prevent infection. If bleeding continues for more than 10 minutes without stopping, or if the wound is deep and bleeding heavily, seek medical attention promptly while maintaining continuous pressure. After wound care, keep the area clean and dry, avoid friction and contact with water, and change dressings regularly according to the wound’s condition to promote healing.