Truetape Application
TRUETAPE: how to tape your peroneal tendon
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Main application
Ankle injuries involving tendons
Overstrain of the tendons
Pain located at the outside of the foot*
What you need
2 TRUETAPE strips
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
Extend your foot and stretch inwards.
1. STRIP
0% STRETCH
Apply the anchor without stretch to the outside of your foot, approximately 5cm behind the toe.
25% STRETCH
Apply the tape with 25% stretch slightly inclined, around the outside of the ankle ...
25% STRETCH
... and onwards over the outside of your ankle.
0% STRETCH
Apply the end without any stretch.
2. STRIP
0% STRETCH
Flex your foot slightly and apply the anchor without stretch below the inside of your ankle.
50% STRETCH
Hold your foot flexed and tape with 50% stretch around your foot ...
50% STRETCH
... and onwards over the first strip. Extend your foot slightly.
0% STRETCH
Apply the tape with 50% stretch in parallel to the first strip and just ahead of the outside of your ankle. Apply end without stretch.
DONE!
Make sure to give the whole application another good rub to activate the adhesive. Congrats, that's it.