Athletic Taping Flashcards
Joint Support
Supporting injured/lax ligaments
Supporting hypermobile joints
Postural/Mechanical Correction
Restrict undesired movement/position
Reducate & increase proprioceptive awareness
Compression
Aid healing process
Provide comfort
Movement Restriction
To block/restrict unwanted movement
Injury prevention
Things to consider for taping techniques
Function of Joint/Structures
Tension/Compression
Function of tape
Allergies
Infection
Changes to the body with the healing process
Area preparation?
Ensure clean and Dry
Shaven where possible
Apply padding and/or underwrap where necessary
Removal of tape
May use chemical solvent to reduce adhesiveness
One hand pulls tape while other hand presses skin in opposite direction