Applying sports tape to your shoulder can provide support and help manage pain, but the exact method depends heavily on the type of tape used (like rigid athletic tape or flexible kinesiology tape such as KT Tape) and the specific area of the shoulder you are targeting (such as the rotator cuff, AC joint, or deltoid). Each method involves specific strip placements, angles, and tension tailored to the injury or support needed.
While a complete guide covers multiple steps like skin preparation, anchor placement, tension application, and finishing, the provided reference highlights a specific action involved when using KT Tape for rotator cuff support on the shoulder.
According to the reference snippet, one particular step in this process involves applying the second anchor of a tape strip. This action is performed after lifting the arm slightly away from the body.
Specifically, for this step:
- You should lay down the second anchor with no stretch.
- This is done using the last 2 inches of tape.
- Ensure you lift the arm slightly away from the body while applying this part.
This detail describes a crucial technique for securing one end of a KT Tape strip correctly during a rotator cuff application, ensuring the primary support is provided by the taped section with appropriate tension elsewhere, while the anchor remains secure without restricting motion unnecessarily. Remember that this is just one step in a potentially multi-strip and multi-step taping application for the shoulder.
