Information Regarding Elastic Therapeutic Tape
The purpose of using Elastic Therapeutic Tape for therapy
♦ Elastic Therapeutic Tape is applied over muscles to reduce pain and inflammation, relax overused tired muscles, strengthen weakened muscles, OR to support muscles in movement on a 24 hour/day basis
♦ It is designed to gently create forces on the surface of the skin which elevate the tissue, relieving the pressures beneath the skin surface, thereby promoting increased circulation of blood and lymph to the tissues and structures beneath the taped area
Wearing the Tape
♦ Clean the skin with soap and water prior to applying tape, RINSE WELL
♦ Elastic Therapeutic Tape is initially to be worn by the patient for three days
♦ The tape's cotton fabric will absorb water. However, the acrylic glue adhesive next to the skin is waterproof. The tape fabric is perforated with numerous holes to allow air circulation to the skin surface making the tape comfortable to wear
♦ The tape may be worn in the shower. Do not rub the tape with a towel or washcloth. To dry, blot the areas that are taped. Rubbing the tape will cause the edges to roll. The cotton fabric of the tape will dry in approximately 20 minutes. Do not use a hair dryer to dry tape
♦ Try not to rub the tape excessively when putting on clothing. This tends to roll the edges of the tape. It is recommended that you round the corners of the tape prior to applying it
♦ Remove the tape immediately if any itching sensation develops beneath it. A small percentage of the population is sensitive to a salt buildup caused by perspiration being trapped in the tape's glue. The skin will redden and become irritated as a result
♦ To remove tape, pull in the direction of hair growth. If there is difficulty removing the tape, soak the tape in water, hand lotion or baby oil prior to removal
Precautions from the Manufacturer
♦ Use of this product may result in skin irritation in some people. Should there be ANY sign or indication of skin irritation (itching, redness, rash, etc.) DISCONTINUE USE IMMEDIATELY!
♦ If there is a tendency for the patient to be allergic to adhesives, first try a test patch of Elastic Therapeutic tape to assess sensitivity
♦ Clean the skin with soap and water prior to applying tape. RINSE WELL
♦ Body heat increases tape adherence, therefore, the tape must be in place for one hour prior to perspiring or showering
♦ Apply tape lightly. It should not feel tight
♦ To remove tape, pull it in the direction of hair growth and move finger along the tape to hold the skin down. Avoid lifting the skin
♦ Avoid storing tape at high temperature or in direct sunlight
♦ Keep out of the reach of children
Contraindications
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Do not tape
over fresh scars, open wounds, or newly irradiated skin
