Kinesio Pre Cut Shoulder Tape - 1 Application

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Athletic tape has been used for years by athletic trainers to support injured joints. This kind of tape is rigid and restricts movement, like a brace. It’s the perfect choice for someone who is looking to reduce the movement within the joint to prevent overextending it past its normal range of motion. Benefits of Athletic Taping 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. 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? Promote better alignment and shoulder mechanics to increase subacromial space and reduce the risk of rotator cuff tears, tendonitis, bursitis, and more.

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. Following certain shoulder injuries – Shoulder taping may be beneficial following certain shoulder injuries (such as AC joint sprain or shoulder dislocation). This should be discussed with the treating physiotherapist as certain shoulder injuries should not be taped – such as some fractures.

How to tape your shoulder

Promoting overall awareness of how the body is moving to improve coordination and reduce the risk of overuse with activity Generally tape should be removed within 48 hours of application or sooner if there is any increase in pain or symptoms (including skin irritation or itchiness). Start by applying the initial anchor point just above the acromion process. This should create a solid foundation for the taping process. Step 2: Anchoring and support Applying tape to the affected area of your shoulder will provide you with extra support and protection, whenever you need it. Wearing tape during the activities that cause pain and stress on your shoulder is important. The tape acts as a barrier and helps to prevent re-injury of the soft tissue (your muscles, tendons and ligaments). Use athletic tape when you want to provide significant support to the shoulder joint for intense posture training or an athletic event.

Place the tape across the top of your shoulder using 50% stretch in the middle and no stretch at the ends. Kinesiology tape, sometimes called kt tape, is a newer product that works completely different than athletic tape. The tape creates a slight pull on the skin which can improve lymphatic and blood flow. It doesn’t wrap around the joint like athletic tape and is easy to apply. Kinesiology tape can be used at home and is commonly used in physical therapy and physiotherapy offices to treat shoulder pain from rotator cuff injuries, frozen shoulder, tendonitis and even shoulder impingements. Benefits of Kinesiology Tape

Applying the tape to your shoulder

This doesn't stop people from playing the sport and certainly doesn't stop injuries from happening although being more aware of common Rugby injuries and how to treat or manage them can help to deal with injuries. Start with lower amounts of stretch on the tape to minimize skin irritation. You can always progress the stretch as needed. Generally, less stretch is better. These precautions can either help to avoid the injury altogether or reduce how severe it is so they involve things like protective gear which in the case of Rugby is stuff like scrum caps.

The final tape job will look similar to what’s shared above. Everyone’s body and tape placement will be slightly different due to anthropometrics differences. This is why it’s important to establish your anchor points before applying the tape. Tips for Shoulder Taping with Kinesiology Tape Ensure that taping allows for a reasonable range of motion. It should not restrict movement excessively. Instead, it should provide support within a comfortable and functional range. Common mistakes and pitfalls to avoid Some believe KT use can speed healing by increasing the circulation of blood and lymphatic fluid, but this has not been proven. It is thought to reduce swelling and scarring after injury. Cut the Edges: The final tip was the cut the edges of the tape, so it’s rounded. This will prevent the corners from getting caught on edges of clothes and shoes. Ager AL, de Oliveira FCL, Roy JS, Borms D, Deraedt M, Huyge M, et al. Effects of elastic kinesiology taping on shoulder proprioception: a systematic review. Braz J Phys Ther. 2023 May-Jun;27(3):100514. doi:10.1016/j.bjpt.2023.100514.Taping, when used with other treatments like a rotator cuff exercise program will provide the best results. Taping with Other Treatments

Using 50% stretch in the middle and no stretch at the ends, apply the tape horizontally over your point of pain.

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To prevent injury or injury aggravation – Shoulder taping may be beneficial during sports or activities that place the shoulder at risk of injury or injury aggravation (such as football, rugby etc.). Listen to your body. See if you experience persistent pain, discomfort, or any adverse reactions. If so, remove the tapes and consult a healthcare professional. e. Apply the middle across the first strip about a third of the way towards the spine and smooth down the ends. Rotator Cuff Injury Taping -- How to Apply Tape to Rotator Cuff Injuries for Extra Support & Protection So in this guide, we will equip you with the knowledge and skills to tape your shoulder effectively. Read on as we walk you through each step, with some valuable dos and don’ts to ensure optimal results.