How to use wrist tape
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Using a wrist tape to treat carpal tunnel syndrome is a standard physical therapy method. It is safe, non-toxic, and trendy in Europe and the United States. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a prevalent disease. Although it is not a severe disease, it brings a lot of inconvenience to people’s daily lives. This article uses pictures and texts to introduce how to use a wristband to relieve carpal tunnel syndrome.
Kinesiology tape TAPING TIPS
- Apply kinesiology tape one hour before activity begins.
- Do not wear the kinesiology tape wrist for more than 7 days.
- Rub wrist tape many times to activate the adhesive and adhere to the skin.
- Keep skin clean and dry before use.
- Make sure the ends of the tape are not stretched when applied.
- Trim the hair to ensure the wrist tape adheres better to the skin.
How to use wrist tape for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Prepare the wrist tape in the picture, two I-type and one X-type.
Stretch the X-shaped kinesiology tape 50% from the middle and apply it to your wrist.
Then, stretch the four unfolded straps by 50% and wrap them around your wrist.
The second tape anchors the palm and stretches it 50%.
Apply the wrist tape up without stretching the ends.
Place tape on the outer arm to secure the anchor point and stretch it 50%.
Complete the tape taping and rub the tape several times to achieve the best adhesion.
what is kinesiology wrist tape？
The function of kinesiology tape
1. Provide support to help stabilize the carpal tunnel.
2. Reduce nerve irritation and compression.
3. Relieve pain
4. Increase blood circulation and reduce swelling
Application of kinesiology tape
Wrist tape is widely used in baseball, football, soccer, bowling, rugby, basketball, and golf.
Precautions of kinesiology tape
If allergic irritation occurs on the skin, discontinue use!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carpal tunnel syndrome, also known as CTS, is caused by median nerve compression. The carpal tunnel is a narrow passage on the palm side of the hand surrounded by bones and ligaments. Compression of the median nerve may cause pain, numbness, and weakness in the thumb, index finger, middle finger, and ring finger on the thumb side and, in severe cases, extend into the arm.
1. Repeatedly bending your wrist upward excessively, such as when using a hammer.
2. Using a keyboard in the wrong position.
3. Using objects that vibrate for a long time (such as some electricians using power tools such as drills).
4. If you have certain medical conditions, such as diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis, you are more likely to develop carpal tunnel syndrome.
1. Stop strenuous wrist activities and ensure adequate rest time.
2. Apply ice to your wrist 1 to 2 times per hour for 10 to 15 minutes.
3. Apply wrist tape to the painful area of your wrist to help relieve pain and swelling.
4. If the condition is serious, please seek medical attention immediately.
Can relieving pressure on the tissue and nerve endings beneath the tape helps ease pain, and increasing blood circulation in the taped area helps reduce swelling and restore normal function.It is also often used to treat tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, and wrist tendinitis.
Other Body Parts
Correct use of wrist tape can bring us the best pain relief effect. There are many different ways to treat carpal tunnel syndrome. This article shows one of them. If you want to know more about carpal tunnel treatment Syndrome methods, please continue to pay attention to our website.
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