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Unfortunately kinesiology tape is designed for single use only. Should I shave before applying K TAPE? Our EAB glues don’t contain any colophony or rosin, which are the normal irritants for anyone with an Elastoplast allergy. Although they are both elastic compression bandages, COHESIVE and EAB serve 2 very different purposes and have very different properties.
It will either fall off because it has been applied to tightly or worse, restrict blood flow if over tightened. Please make sure to apply with just the right amount of tension. CAN I WEAR ANY COLOUR FOR FOOTBALL? ZINC OXIDE is a no brainer when it comes to ankle strapping due to its high tensile strength and no stretch. Here’s how you can tape your ankle for added protection. Can you recommend a therapist? Our K TAPE can last up to 5 days. However, the greatest effects of kinesiology tape are felt within the first 24 hours of wear. ZINC OXIDE TAN TAPE is non-stretchy, has high tensile strength, strong adhesion and conforms to the skin. Because it doesn’t stretch, it is perfect for immobilising joints or creating changes in muscle, or joint position.
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Ideal for ankle, wrist and knee taping. Also used for thumb taping and the hook-grip in weightlifting. UNDERWRAP is primarily used to protect your skin from the potential irritation of wearing adhesive tapes (i.e. Zinc Oxide & EAB). Acting as a thin barrier, UNDERWRAP is applied before overlaying with strapping tape. Shaving before applying is not necessary, however it unquestionably helps with adhesion and we would certainly recommend it if you are wearing K TAPE for more intensive exercise. ZINC OXIDE TAPE TAN is a great option if you want to reduce the risk of blisters. Read our blog now and discover how it has been used by ultra distance runners with great effect.
The tape you choose should be based on budget, joint size and the purpose of the taping application. WHAT WIDTH ZINC OXIDE TAPE SHOULD I USE? However, because the bandage is self-adhesive it can easily roll and fold into various shapes that can very time consuming to unravel. IS COHESIVE BANDAGE WATERPOOF? If you have a known allergy to ZINC OXIDE, then you should opt for a different tape as EAB uses a ZINC OXIDE glue. WHAT IS RUGBY JUMPER TAPE (LINEOUT TAPE)?
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Is most commonly used as a compression bandage in non-sporting settings. CAN COHESIVE BANDAGE BE RE-USED? COHESIVE BANDAGE contains no glue and is self-adherent. If you carefully remove your cohesive application it can be washed and re-used a handful of times. WHAT WILL HAPPEN IF I APPLY COHESIVE TAPE INCORRECTLY?
You should use FIXATION TAPE anytime you are applying ZINC OXIDE TAPE to an area where there is a lot of joint movement. FIXATION TAPE acts as a protective barrier between your skin and the aggressive glue used on strapping tapes. It’s very porous, so allows your skin to breathe and your applications to be less affected by sweat. HOW LONG DOES FIXATION TAPE LAST?K TAPE can be used to reduce pain from injured muscles as you rehab, reduce inflammation, provide dynamic support for ligaments and tendons, improve proprioception and provide postural correction.
If you prefer, we recommend that you trim the hair down rather than a clean shave. What will happen if i apply Kinesiology Tape incorrectly? Our ZINC OXIDE glues don’t contain any colophony or rosin, which are the normal irritants for anyone with an Elastoplast allergy. However, we would recommend that anyone with an Elastoplast allergy trials a small test patch before using ZINC OXIDE TAPE as the skin sensitivity may disagree with any kind of adhesive against it. WHAT IS THE BEST TAPE FOR ANKLE STRAPPING? ZINC OXIDE TAN is made from a rayon cloth, which provides unrivalled tensile strength. It is 3x stronger and more durable than ZINC OXIDE WHITE, which is made from an organic cotton cloth. Cotton is more lightweight, pliable and comfortable to wear.
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Using EAB around the head and ears helps to prevent ‘Cauliflower Ears’; a deformity to the ears caused by repeated blunt force. Forwards are particularly susceptible to this because of their head position when scrummaging. As a result it is more suited to withstand the demands of sport. Our ZINC OXIDE TAPE has been used by water sports athletes with great success. I’M ALLERGIC TO ELASTOPLAST, WILL I GET A REACTION TO ZINC OXIDE TAPE? However, the majority of ‘reactions’ to kinesiology tape are actually skin irritations caused by an over-stretching of the tape, or excessive friction on the skin due to a poor application. So, be careful not to put too much stretch on the tape and ALWAYS apply a test strip if using our K TAPE for the first time. Can I apply Kinesiology Tape myself? For large joints. Knees and shoulder taping. In which case it is often used in conjunction with EAB TAPE. CAN ZINC OXIDE TAPE BE RE-USED? Neither EAB or TEARABLE EAB is waterproof. However they are both breathable and water resistant, meaning that it will survive a heavy down pour during a match but they can not be used for water sports. WHAT TAPE SHOULD I USE FOR THUMB TAPING
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