https://padlet.com/chwhi231/viqlwfojmr0k Chelsea Whisnant en-us 2017-09-06 14:20:48 UTC 2025-12-14 07:08:57 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Rugbyball.png chwhi231 https://padlet.com/chwhi231/viqlwfojmr0k/wish/185137174 - Used to give extra support and reassurance to injured joints and soft tissue
- They apply tape directly to the skin in order to maintain a stable position of bones and muscles during athletic activity.
- It reduced pain and aids recovery.]]> 2017-09-06 14:27:06 UTC https://padlet.com/chwhi231/viqlwfojmr0k/wish/185137174 chwhi231 https://padlet.com/chwhi231/viqlwfojmr0k/wish/186390143 - Tape directly onto shaved skin
- Taping everyday can cause your skin to be irritated
- If the procedure is done using under wrap, it is still best to start the taping procedures with the tape directly on the skin to add security. 
- Make sure to ask the athlete if they are alergic to any of the tape before applying
- Before taping make sure the skin is clean and dry
- Cover all blisters with bandages and then apply lubricant before the underwrap ]]> 2017-09-11 14:28:13 UTC https://padlet.com/chwhi231/viqlwfojmr0k/wish/186390143 chwhi231 https://padlet.com/chwhi231/viqlwfojmr0k/wish/186773854 - When the tape is applied correctly, it achieves the last of these effects by lifting the skin to create a small space between the muscle and dermis layers.
- That space takes the pressure off swelling or injured muscles, allows smooth muscle movement and makes space for drainage and blood flow. ]]> 2017-09-12 13:46:48 UTC https://padlet.com/chwhi231/viqlwfojmr0k/wish/186773854 chwhi231 https://padlet.com/chwhi231/viqlwfojmr0k/wish/186776041 - Avoid having wrinkles and holes in the tape
- Do not apply tape to wet skin
- Avoid taping hairy areas
- Avoid wrapping too tight or too loose ]]> 2017-09-12 13:50:24 UTC https://padlet.com/chwhi231/viqlwfojmr0k/wish/186776041 chwhi231 https://padlet.com/chwhi231/viqlwfojmr0k/wish/186780669 - Identify the injured finger
- Decide which fingers to tape together, for example, If your third finger (ring finger) is injured, you have the option of buddy taping it to the second or fourth finger. Choose the finger most equal in length, but for the most stability, the ring finger should be buddy-taped to the middle finger.
- Prepare the fingers for taping by using an alcohol wipe.
- When taping you need to use the widest tape possible, but do not tape over the knuckles.
- Place one piece of tape between the first and second joints and another between the second and third 

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