 |  Essentials of Athletic Training, 5/e Daniel Arnheim
William Prentice,
University of North Carolina
Bandaging and Taping Techniques
Chapter Overview- Elastic bandages, when properly applied, can contribute to recovery from sport injuries.
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Elastic bandages must be applied uniformly, firmly but not so tightly as to impede circulation.
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Historically, taping has been an important aspect of athletic training. Sports tape is used in a variety of ways-as a means of holding a wound dressing in place, as support, and as protection against musculoskeletal injuries.
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For supporting and protecting musculoskeletal injuries, two types of tape are currently used-nonelastic white adhesive and elastic adhesive.
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Tape must be stored in a cool place and must be stacked on the flat side of each roll.
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The skin of the athlete must be carefully prepared before tape is applied.
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The skin should first be carefully cleaned; then all hair should be removed.
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An adherent may be applied, followed by an underwrap material, if needed, to help avoid skin irritation.
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Tape must be applied in a manner that provides the least amount of irritation and the maximum support.
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All tape applications require great care that the proper materials are used, that the proper position of the athlete is ensured, and that procedures are carefully followed.
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