Types of Tape

Question 1

What is this Tape?

Answer 1

Zinc Oxide

This is a non-elastic tape which is used to limit the movement of a structure, such as a ligament.

Question 2

Answer 2

ELASTIC ADHESIVE BANDAGE (EAB)

This is an elastic tape which is used to provide compression onto a damaged structure and to provide some support.

Question 3

Answer 3

UNDERWRAP

This is a material which is used to provide a protective layer over the skin onto which other taping materials are placed.

Question 4

Answer 4

KINESIOLOGY TAPE (KT)

This is a brightly coloured adhesive elastic tape which is used to provide lift the dermis and provide room for lymphatic flow while also giving some elastic support to damaged structures.

Question 5

Answer 5

COHESIVE BANDAGE

This is a non-adhesive elastic tape which is used to provide to provide compression onto a damaged structure and to provide some support without adhering to the skin.

Question 6

Answer 6

CREPE BANDAGE

This is a non-adhesive elastic tape which is used to provide to provide compression onto a damaged structure and to provide some support without adhering to the skin. Typically this is a traditional first aid tool.

Question 7

Answer 7

ELASTIC TUBULAR BANDAGE (TUBIGRIP)

This is a non-adhesive elastic tubular bandage which is used to provide compression onto a damaged structure and to provide some support without adhering to the skin. Typically this is a traditional medical tool.

Question 8

Answer 8

Second Skin

This is a semi-adhesive bandage made predominately of water which is used to cover areas of the body which are prone to friction. They are designed to reduce the risk of blisters forming.

Question 9

Zinc-Oxide Accessories

Answer 9

Adhesive, non-elastic
Provides support and stability

Question 10

Elastic Adhesive bandage (EAB) accessories

Answer 10

Adhesive, elastic
Compression, anchors, support, proprioception

Question 11

Cohesive Bandage Accessories

Answer 11

Non-adhesive, elastic
Sticks to itself but not skin – useful for compression

Question 12

Kinesio-tape Accessories

Answer 12

The colourful stretchy tape

Question 13

Fixation tapes (Hypaflix) Accessories

Answer 13

Adhesive, non-elastic
Hypoallergenic
Skin protection

Question 14

Underwrap Accessories

Answer 14

Non-adhesive, stretchy
Protection of skin

Question 15

Heel and Lace pads (Accessories)

Answer 15

Thin foam squares provide protection of skin where friction likely

Question 16

Felt/Foam Accessories

Answer 16

Padded
Protection, support, heel lift