tap
reasons for taping
how to tape the arch ( including video and pic )
How to tape for turf toe (Include a video or a picture)
How to tape a wrist (Include a video or a picture)
There are many things that can cause wrist pain, understanding why is the first step to finding relief. Discover the top reasons for wrist pain today.
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Taping an injured body part may reduce discomfort and stabilize certain joints, but taping effectively is sticky business.
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What is elastic wrap and when do we use it
What is no elastic tape and when do we use it
How do you do a Hip Spica (Include a video or a picture)
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How do you do a shoulder Spica (Include a video or a picture)
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you must wrap it under the shoulder to upswers
How do you do a lower leg wrap (Include a video or a picture)
Why do we use prewrap
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Elastic bandages are commonly used to treat muscle sprains and strains by reducing the flow of blood to a particular area by the application of even stable pressure which can restrict swelling at the place of injury. Elastic bandages are also used to treat bone fractures.
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Apply a strip of 2.5cm tape around the big toe as an anchor. Use two strips if the big toe is long.
Using 3.8cm tape apply two overlapping strips around the middle of the foot.
When applying the anchors to the middle of the foot, spread the toes apart to simulate load bearing on the foot.
steps
Ensure you wrap your bandage above and below the joint.
Begin your wrap at the lower part of your forearm.
Overlap each layer of the bandage by about 50 percent.
Make figure-eight patterns around the joint to create stability.
Use the Velcro or fastener at the end to stabilize your wrap.
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Start at the foot. Use a bandage that is four inches wide for the foot. Start with the wrap rolled up and unwind it as you go. Wrap in a diagonal, criss-cross pattern as follows:[3]
Wrap in a figure-8 pattern over the ankle.
Check the tightness. The wrap should be tightest on your foot, looser on your calf, and loosest over your knee and thigh. It should not hurt and you should be able to fit a finger snugly underneath. Examine your toes, if you squeeze them, you should see the blood rapidly return to the tissue as soon as you release them.