In a previous post, we provided suggestions for the proper preparatory steps for an athletic taping job. In this post, we will suggest tips to follow during athletic tape application in order to improve the chances of completing the job successfully. These suggestions cover the use of both elastic and non elastic athletic tapes. To…
Athletic Tape is applied over body areas that have been previously subject to injury or that are vulnerable to future injury. The aim is to stabilize the vulnerable structures of the body by providing support and reducing range of motion. In some cases, a therapist may apply the tape with the aim of securing elastic…
Natural rubber latex is a substance that comes from rubber tree sap. Certain individuals can develop hypersensitivity to the proteins that are present in natural rubber latex. Allergic reactions can result from this hypersensitivity. Symptoms of these reactions can include hives, a stuffy or running nose and itching. In other cases, victims can experience symptoms…
