Chapter 8

Question 1

Wrapping and Taping function

Answer 1

Used to minimize swelling, provide support to injured areas, and prevent injury

Question 2

Evidence-based literature reviews

Answer 2

Limited effectiveness of taping

Still widely used but not for all ailments

Braces are often more effective than taping

Question 3

Wrapping materials

Answer 3

Gauze
Cotton cloth
Elastic wrap
Active wrap
Cohesive elastic wrap

Question 4

Gauze

Answer 4

Sterile pads for wounds
- Hold dressings in place (roller bandage)
- Used as padding for prevention of blisters

Question 5

Cotton cloth

Answer 5

Ankle wraps and triangular bandages

Question 6

Elastic wrap

Answer 6

Extensible and very useful with sports

Question 7

Active wrap

Answer 7

• allowing for movement
• can provide support and compression for wound healing

Question 8

Cohesive elastic wrap

Answer 8

• Exerts constant even pressure
• Two-layer wrap that is self-adhering

Question 9

Elastic Wrap Application

Answer 9

Hold wrap in preferred hand with loose end extending from bottom of roll

Back surface of loose end should lay on skin surface

Pressure and tension should be standardized

Usual application involves overlapping the wrap

Start application at smallest circumference of limb

Question 10

Elastic wraps can be used to provide support in what scenarios?

Answer 10

Ankle and foot spica
Spiral wrap (spica)
Groin support
Shoulder spica
Elbow figure-eight wrap
Gauze hand and wrist figure-eight wrap
Cloth ankle wrap

Question 11

Triangular Bandages are primarily used for what?

Answer 11

Arm slings:
- Cervical arm sling
- Shoulder arm sling
- Sling and swathe

Question 12

Cervical Arm Sling

Answer 12

Designed to support forearm, wrist, and hand

Question 13

Shoulder Arm Sling

Answer 13

used for forearm support when a shoulder girdle injury exists

Question 14

Sling and Swathe

Answer 14

Used in instances of shoulder dislocations and fractures

Question 15

Adhesive Tape - Preparation for Taping

Answer 15

Skin surface should be free of oil, perspiration, and dirt

Hair should be removed to prevent skin irritation from tape removal

Foam pads and skin lubricant should be used to minimize blisters and skin irritation

Question 16

Arch Technique 1 supports what?

Answer 16

Support Weak Arches

Question 17

Arch Technique 2 supports what?

Answer 17

for Longitudinal Arch

Question 18

X Teardrop Arch supports what?

Answer 18

Forefoot Support

Question 19

LowDye technique manages what?

Answer 19

fallen arch, foot pronation, arch strains, and plantar fasciitis

Question 20

Closed Basket Weave (Gibney) Technique is used for what?

Answer 20

Used for newly sprained or chronically weak ankles

Question 21

Open Basket Weave is used for what?

Answer 21

Used with acute ankle injuries in conjunction with elastic wrap and cold application

Question 22

Rotary Taping for Knee Instability does what?

Answer 22

Provides stability following injury to the medial collateral and anterior cruciate ligaments

Question 23

Knee hyperextension does what?

Answer 23

Prevents knee hyperextension

Question 24

Patellofemoral Taping (McConnell Technique) does what?

Answer 24

Helps manage glide, tilt, rotation, and anteroposterior orientation of patella

Question 25

Elbow restriction does what?

Answer 25

Prevents elbow hyperextension

Question 26

Wrist techniques 1 is used for what?

Answer 26

Mild wrist sprains and strains

Question 27

Wrist techniques 2 is used for what?

Answer 27

Protects and stabilizes badly injured wrist

Question 28

Sprained thumb does what?

Answer 28

Provides support to musculature and joints