Truetape Application
TRUETAPE: how to tape your thumb
DIRECTLY TO INSTRUCTIONS
Main application
Thumb saddle joint arthrosis
Skier's thumb
Joint and ligament injuries*
What you need
2 TRUETAPE strips
1 pair of scissors
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
Keep your thumb abducted during the whole application.
Optional: Use second strip for additional stabilization.
1. STRIP
0% STRETCH
Fold strip in the middle and round the corners...
0% STRETCH
...do not cut the tape fully in the middle.
0% STRETCH
Tear off paper backing in the middle and fold it back on both sides.
0% STRETCH
Apply tape without stretch in the middle and the inside of your thumb.
50-75% STRETCH
Tape with 50-75% stretch around your thumb...
50-75% STRETCH
...towards the back of your hand.
0% STRETCH
Apply ends without stretch.
50-75% STRETCH
Apply the other end of the tape with 50-75% stretch around the other side of your thumb.
50-75% STRETCH
Keep applying with 50-75% stretch towards the inside of your wrist.
0% STRETCH
Apply the end without stretch again.
2. STRIP
0% STRETCH
Prepare the strip as previously. Apply tape in the middle of the back of your thumb without stretch.
50-75% STRETCH
Apply with 50-75% stretch around the inside of your thumb.
50-75% STRETCH
Apply slightly next to the anchor point on the back of your thumb towards the inside of your hand.
0% STRETCH
Apply the end without stretch just between your palm and wrist.
50-75% STRETCH
Apply the other end with 50-75% stretch around the outside of your thumb...
50-75% STRETCH
... and onwards towards the back of your wrist.
DONE!
Apply the end without stretch. Make sure to give the whole application another good rub to activate the adhesive. Congrats, that's it.