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what are the common reasons people site using taping in sports medicine settings?

A

to help with proprioception

prevention of injury

compression

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what are some common uses of taping techniques?

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compression to minimize swelling

reduce chances of injury prior to injury occuring (prophylactic taping)

provide additional support to an injured area

muscles activation/inhibition (not really supported)

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what is the biggest indicator for a lateral ankle sprain?

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decreased DF

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t/f: the more ankle sprains someone has, the poorer their outcomes

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true

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what is the biggest risk factor for future ankle sprains?

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having a hx of ankle sprains

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t/f: ankle taping is more effective in a pt with a hx of ankle injury

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true

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is a brace or tapping generally better for prophylaxis?

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bracing

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what are bandages frequently used for in sports medicine?

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to cover wounds and provide compression

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9
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what is non-elastic and elastic adhesive tape used for?

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retention of dressings/compression dressing

support recent injury to aid in RTP (limit motion)

possibly for prophylaxis???

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t/f: all tape works the same

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FALSE, NOT ALL TAPE IS CREATED EQUAL

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when purchasing a tape, what must we consider?

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the tape grade (fiber count)

tension

brand reputation

cost

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t/f: elastic tape is typically more comfortable and multi-purpose

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true

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what is the best choice elastic adhesive to limit motion/joint action?

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Elastikon (J+J)

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t/f: light tapes offer less strength, but are easier to use

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true

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15
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what should we do every time before taping?

A

INSPECT THE SKIN AND SENSATION

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what are the contraindications/precautions for taping?

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Open wounds

Areas of infection

Areas of altered/diminished sensation

Areas of altered/diminished blood flow

Weak/frail skin

Acute injury (with deformity)

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17
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what are the general rules for applying tape?

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remove hair

clean and dry the area

spray the area (adhesive spray)

pad bony prominances

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18
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how much overlap should there be when taping?

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overlap by 1/2

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19
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why should we avoid continuous taping?

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bc it tend to create tighter pressure and cut off circulation unless you practice A LOT

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t/f: when taping, allow the tape to fit to the area’s natural curve

A

true

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21
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why should we use caution with tape application immediately after PT tx?

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bc some of our tx affects circulation and sensation

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when we are removing the tape, we should hold the skin and pull the tape the ____ direction

A

opposite

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23
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what are some ways to remove tape?

A

shower helps

alcohol wipes

cut it with scissors or sharks

24
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when are circular and spica strips used?

A

in arch taping

wrist, hand, fingers

anatomical splinting

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how many strips of tape will typically cover the wrist?
3-4 strips
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what anatomical structures should be covered with wrist taping?
the first (and possibly second) row of carpals, distal radial and ulna
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what are the steps in wrist taping?
Inspect skin Spray Pre-wrap (1 layer) Make a fist/hold the wrist in neutral Lay down first c strip and tear starting distally then layer strips proximally with 50% overlap Check distal circulation (capillary bed refill)
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when are C strips used?
for weakened arch
29
what are the steps in applying C strips?
Hold the foot in neutral Pre-wrap not usually used, but when it is used, enclose the whole ankle Base at the met heads and around the Achilles from med to lat Appy C strips from lat to med, close to the heel first Pull up the C strips as you go Overlap by ½ Close over the met heads and around Achilles
30
what are the "X", "fan", "low dye", and "teardrop" taping techniques used for?
to support the longitudinal arch to stabilize the foot
31
what are the steps involved in "x", "fan", "teardrop" taping?
Pre-wrap up the ankles Base at the met heads, base around the Achilles 1 inch tape Teardrop: start on one side, pass over the heel, and end at the same point as the start Fan/"X”: starts at one met, crosses the heel, ends at the opposite side Each pass gets closer to cover the whole arch Closures over the bases
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what is low-dye taping used for?
arch support plantar fasciitis
33
what tape must be used for low dye taping?
Moleskin bc it is more rigid and less elastic
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what does low dye taping do?
manages fallen medial arch, foot pronation, arch strains, and plantar fasciitis
35
what taping technique is used for a sprained great toe (turf toe)?
modified "x" taping
36
what is a turf toe?
a hyperextension injury
37
what position do we want to tape a turf toe into?
at least 30 deg flexion
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what tendon is affected in turf toe?
the flexor hallicus longus
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what tape do we use for turf toe?
AC tape or elasticon with white zinc tape
40
what is better for bunions, brace or taping?
brace, but neither really makes too much of a difference
41
what taping technique do we use for a toe fx without angulation?
"buddy-taping"
42
if there is an angulation in the fracture, do we use buddy taping?
NO!!!
43
t/f: anytime we want to support the toes/fingers, we try to create an anatomical splint with the next digit
true
44
what is a common ankle taping technique?
closed basket weave (Gibney)
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what are the steps for lateral ankle taping?
Hold ankle in at least 90 deg DF Overlap by ½ Pads on front and back of ankle (diamond in front, square in back) Prewarp to high ankle 3 proximal base locks at ankle, 1 distal base lock at met heads 3 stirrups, 3 horseshoes Figure 8 in each direction (use navicular as guide to start) (x2) Start medial, go under the arch to the top of the foot, under the Achilles, and over the top of the foot Heel locks in each direction (x2) Pulling up into eversion Close the base and work your circles up the calf changing the angle as you go up
46
what do we want to support with shin splints?
support the arch!!!
47
which muscle/tendon are we looking to support in shin splints?
the tibialis posterior
48
do we use X taping for an MCL injury?
yes!
49
do we use X taping for an LCL injury?
yes!
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do we use X taping for knee hyperextension?
yes!
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do we use X taping for a UCL (valgus stress) injury?
probably not
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do we use X taping for an RCL (varus stress) injury?
probably not
53
t/f: a pt with an RCL/UCL injury should probably get a brace, not taping
true
54
what is a use of Kinesio tape/rock tape that is well supported by the literature?
edema/swelling reduction
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is Kinesio taping/rock taping for Ms activation/inhibition well supported in the literature?
nope

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