Kinesio Pre Cut Shoulder Tape - 1 Application

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Athletic tape is best reserved for severe cases of poor posture and coordination. Additionally, it can be used for training and athletic events that require more immediate support. Become a PhysioAdvisor Member and gain full access to our complete Injury Database. Our experienced physiotherapists are updating PhysioAdvisor’s injury articles to include the most important information to help users take control of their injury and hasten their recovery. Updated sections include detailed information on: Treatment, Intermediate & Advanced Exercises and a step by step Rehabilitation Protocol for each updated injury article – ensuring you have the tools to take control of your injury and save money on expensive physiotherapy consultations. Lay the base of the second strip down with 0% stretch (preferably on the skin for greater adhesion) at the bottom of the deltoid. Guney Deniz H, Kinikli G, Onal S , et al. THU0727-HPR Comparison of kinesio tape application and manual lymphatic drainage on lower extremity oedema and functions after total knee arthroplasty. Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases 2018;77:1791. 10.1136/annrheumdis-2018-eular.3360

Provide short term pain relief with potentially lasting effects (if used with other treatment options)Lay the anchor at the front of the shoulder, and rest of the tape along the line of supraspinatus with 0% stretch. Taping a shoulder is also a good idea when the shoulder has sustained a sports injury. People even tape their shoulders to merely prevent their shoulders from getting injured when they play sports like rugby or football. When shouldn’t you strap a shoulder?

So a proper taping technique is important for both shoulder injury prevention and sport injury management in sports people and athletes.For optimum results when taping the shoulder, it is recommended to prepare the shoulder by doing the following: One of the most common shoulder injuries is the acromioclavicular joint injury, or AC Joint injury, where the inside ligaments of the shoulder can be strained, stretched or damaged. Take another full length strip of tape and cut it in half, rounding the corners, so you have two pieces that are each about 5 inches long.

Before applying the tape, prepare the shoulder area. Start by cleaning the skin with mild soap and water. Make sure it’s free from dirt, oils, or lotions that may interfere with tape adhesion. Pat the area dry to create a clean, dry surface for optimal tape adherence. Guide to Shoulder Taping Kinesiology tape should be applied to the front of your shoulder first. Start by making sure your shoulder is clean and dry. If hair is present, a buzz clipper or razor can be used to remove it. Take one full length piece of tape (about 10 inches long) and cut it two thirds of the way down the center to make a "Y" shape. Since you’re dealing with the shoulder, it’s advisable to protect the person’s nipple with an adhesive foam ring. Another good idea is applying pre-tape spray for increased adhesion of the tape.Take another full length piece of tape and cut it in half, rounding the corners, so you have two pieces that are each about 5 inches long. Here is a fundamental way to strap a shoulder. Of course, depending on your reason for strapping the shoulder, you’ll probably use a slightly different method. It’s common to strap a shoulder that has sustained a sports injury. Most commonly, this sport is rugby – a sport played by hairy guys. So, remember to shave off the hair around the shoulder area for their comfort. As you can see from the video, Cam’s method is both simple and gives great support to the AC Joint. This taping technique provides significantly more support because there is no stretch in the tape. This is ideal for a new injury, severe alignment issues, or athletes that need enough support to continue competing without further compromising the shoulder. This technique also has two distinct steps.