Athletic Taping Review

Anatomical Position:

What wrist action is shown in the picture?

• Flexion

• Extension

• Torsion

To prevent wrist flexion, the crisscross or "fans" should be applied to which side of the wrist?

• anterior

• posterior

• lateral

Anatomical position:

What wrist action is show in the picture?

• flexion

• extension

• torsion

To prevent wrist extension, the crisscross or "fans" should be applied to which side of the wrist?

• medial

• posterior

• anterior

When taping cylindrical parts of the body, where is it best to begin wrapping the tape?

• largest part

• smallest part

• middle, and smooth out evenly each way

Non-elastic adhesive tape continuously wrapped around a body part:

• will leave excess adhesive residue when removed

• immobilizes the joint effectively

• will likely cause constriction of blood vessels

Why is it important to keep the tape roll in hand while applying tape?

• To prevent loose (non-supportive) tape & wrinkles

• You don't b/c it leads to continuous taping which leads to constriction

• None of the above

We cannot expect high school kids to shave their arms and legs regularly, if at all...SO, what can/will we apply to the injured area before applying the adhesive tape?

• tape adherent (tuff skin)

• gauze

• Pre-Wrap

Since the pre-wrap provides a layer between the tape and the skin, which could allow for slippage and decrease stability, what should you use to help keep the supportive tape job in place?

• tape adherent

• gauze

• prewrap

When taping, it is important to overlap applications because:

• It provides more support (layers)

• It provides more support (adhesion)

• Lessens skin irritation

• All of the above