How long should you pinch the soft part of the nose during a nose bleed to stop it?

Pinching the soft part of the nose during a nosebleed is a common first-aid technique intended to help control the bleeding. The correct duration for this technique is approximately 10 minutes. By maintaining constant pressure for this period, blood vessels in the nasal tissues have time to constrict and help the bleeding to slow and ultimately stop.

This timeframe is based on recommendations from medical experts who emphasize giving the body enough time to respond effectively. By contrast, shorter durations may be insufficient for achieving hemostasis, while longer durations could lead to unnecessary discomfort or complications. This makes 10 minutes the most appropriate and effective duration when managing a typical anterior nosebleed.