Truetape Application
TRUETAPE: how to tape your foot flexor
DIRECTLY TO INSTRUCTIONS
Main application
Pain at the frontside of the lower leg
Lateral shin splints
Injury of the foot flexor muscles*
What you need
2 TRUETAPE strips
1 pair of scissors
Wearing time
5 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
START
Extend your foot apart from your shin.
1. STRIP
0% STRETCH
Apply the anchor without stretch centrally to the frontside of your ankle.
25-50% STRETCH
Tape with 25-50% stretch slightly side- and upwards to your shin.
0% STRETCH
Apply the end without stretch.
2. STRIP
75% STRETCH
Cut one strip in half and apply with 75% stretch vertically to the first one right over your point of pain.
0% STRETCH
Finish the ends without stretch.
3. STRIP
75% STRETCH
Apply the second half with 75% stretch over a second point of pain.
0% STRETCH
Finish the ends without stretch again.
DONE!
Make sure to give the whole application another good rub to activate the adhesive. Congrats, that's it.