How To Tape Your Thumb - TRUETAPE

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Truetape Application

Thumb

TRUETAPE: how to tape your thumb

DIRECTLY TO INSTRUCTIONS

Main application

Thumb saddle joint arthrosisSkier's thumbJoint and ligament injuries*

What you need

2 TRUETAPE strips1 pair of scissors

Wearing time

4 days

Taping tips

Apply tape 1 hour before starting an activity

Thoroughly remove dirt, moisture, oils and lotions from the skin before taping

Do not wear the tape for longer than 7 days

To activate the adhesive, carefully rub the tape several times after applying

In areas that are particularly hairy, trim the hair to ensure the tape sticks better

Remove paper backing before application and always make sure the ends of the tape are applied WITHOUT stretch

PHOTO INSTRUCTIONS

STARTING POSITION

Keep your thumb abducted during the whole application.Optional: Use second strip for additional stabilization.

1. STRIP

0% STRETCH

Fold strip in the middle and round the corners...

0% STRETCH

...do not cut the tape fully in the middle.

0% STRETCH

Tear off paper backing in the middle and fold it back on both sides.

0% STRETCH

Apply tape without stretch in the middle and the inside of your thumb.

50-75% STRETCH

Tape with 50-75% stretch around your thumb...

50-75% STRETCH

...towards the back of your hand.

0% STRETCH

Apply ends without stretch.

50-75% STRETCH

Apply the other end of the tape with 50-75% stretch around the other side of your thumb.

50-75% STRETCH

Keep applying with 50-75% stretch towards the inside of your wrist.

0% STRETCH

Apply the end without stretch again.

2. STRIP

0% STRETCH

Prepare the strip as previously. Apply tape in the middle of the back of your thumb without stretch.

50-75% STRETCH

Apply with 50-75% stretch around the inside of your thumb.

50-75% STRETCH

Apply slightly next to the anchor point on the back of your thumb towards the inside of your hand.

0% STRETCH

Apply the end without stretch just between your palm and wrist.

50-75% STRETCH

Apply the other end with 50-75% stretch around the outside of your thumb...

50-75% STRETCH

... and onwards towards the back of your wrist.

DONE!

Apply the end without stretch. Make sure to give the whole application another good rub to activate the adhesive. Congrats, that's it.

These instructions could also help you:

Outer wrist

A complex structure of tendons, cartilage and muscles support the outside of the wrist. Strain and injuries of the TFCC can cause pain.

Wrist

Pain around the wrist is a common problem among athletes. This application helps to stabilize your wrist and additionally covers involved forearm muscles.

* PLEASE NOTE: The examples of application and explanations on the effect of the tape are not based on medical studies. The effect of the tape is not considered proven. The statements and articles are based on many years of subjective experience and application reports from customers, patients and trained therapists. The information on this page is not intended to be a substitute for visiting a doctor, physiotherapist or other expert.