Before applying tape it is important
to remember to round the corners
of each piece.
Rounding the corners prevents the
tape from catching on clothes and
peeling back which may reduce the
time the tape will stay adhered to the
patient.
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Directions for use – Rounding Corners |
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Patient will be experiencing pain either on the central or medial portion of the heel. Ensure the foot is in a dorsiflexed position. |
Cut a full width piece of tape long enough to go from the metatarsal heads up to the mid calf. |
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Tear and remove the backing paper from one end of the tape. |
Place an anchor point at the metatarsal heads applying zero stretch. |
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Remove the first part of the remaining backing paper. |
Apply 50% stretch to the tape. |
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Apply the tape down to the heel. |
At the heel reduce the stretch down to 25%. |
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Apply tape to the Achilles. |
Place an anchor point with zero stretch on the achilles tendon and apply friction to all areas of the applied tape. |
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Cut a six inch length of tape, tear and remove the central part of the backing
paper. |
Apply a 50% stretch across the site of pain. Make sure you apply each end (anchor points) with zero stretch. |
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Apply another six inch length of tape at a slightly more oblique angle to the first
across the site of the pain. |
Apply friction to all areas of the applied tape and ensure patient is comfortable. |
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Alternatively, if they are able, you could put your patient into this position to ensure dorsiflexion of the foot. |
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