Wrist Tape
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Begin with a thin layer of Pre-Wrap
Wrist Tape1 Anchor Strip
Support and Closure is basically all one continuous strip of tape
Angle the tape slightly towards the hand and tape around the wrist in a smooth motion
Overlap by about half
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When you reach the hand, angle the tape up go around through the thumb
Watch for bulges or wrinkles here
Pull the sides of the tape to straighten out wrinkles to avoid making it too tight
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Pinch the tape when pulling through the thumb to help avoid rubbing
Pinch the down edge of the tape that will rub against the crease of the hand
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Circle down and go around the wrist onceFollow the line that you just made and wrap the tape up through the hand again Remember to pinch!
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Tape back down the forearmThe tape will angle slightly away from the hand on this pass This forms a slight X pattern against the original strips
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End over the anchor strip
Check for feeling, warmth, and color – may want to check capillary bed refill
Wrist Tape