Standard VELCRO Brand Hook Tape Offered in White, Beige and Black. Medical hook is also called Fine hook, Standard hook is the most commonly used and gives slightly stronger bonds than Fine. Fine hook is smoother, less abrasive, and generally used with the adhesive-backed version. We recommend Fine for most medical applications unless absolute maximum strength is required (knee braces, relatively short closures). Comes in 1", 1-1/2", or 2" widths that are available in either 10 yards or 25 yards in length.