taping n : a recording made on magnetic tape; "the several recordings were combined on a master tape" [syn: tape, tape recording]

English

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -eɪpɪŋ

Verb

taping

1. present participle of tape

Taping is a form of strapping. It is a procedure that uses tape, attached to the skin, to physically keep in place muscles or bones at a certain position. This reduces pain and aids recovery. Taping is usually used to help recover from overuse and other injuries.

Fact: Latin terminology has to be used in this article.

List of applications

= Upper limbs and chest(thorax) =

Shoulder

Shoulder

Shoulder including the arm

Thorax

Upper limb

Elbow

Wrist

Wrist only

Wrist including thumb

Fingers

Thumb

Finger

= Inferior limbs =

Thigh

Knee

In the case of Runner's Knee

The knee-cap is taped in place.

Calf

For shin splints.

Achilles' heel

Preventive

Alleviating

Ankle

For ankle sprains

Foot

In the case of heel pain (Plantar Fasciitis) or Heel spurs. http://heelspurs.com/tape.html

Where the bottom of the foot is taped in sections.

Foot fingers

Thumb

Hallux Valgus

Fingers

= Alternatives =

Wraps and braces can be used instead or with taping to stabilize the affected area. Braces might alter muscular activity, where tape should not. Surgery would be a patient's last option. Rest is most important for recovery.