Start the tape lateral aspect of olecranon (slightly away from olecranon)
End the tape on lateral humerus
Purpose
to sustain effect of medial glide olecranon
Indications
-golfer’s elbow
-limitation of elbow flexion/extension due to pain and/or stiffness
IMPORTANT information and notes:
End the tape on lateral humerus
Purpose
to sustain effect of medial glide olecranon
Indications
-golfer’s elbow
-limitation of elbow flexion/extension due to pain and/or stiffness
IMPORTANT information and notes:
- Apply tape with client’s elbow (30 degrees) flexed and fully supinated
- Medial glide olecranon, while adding the tape to increase tape tension
- To avoid skin irritation use a commercial underwrap to protect the skin from friction and chafing.
- Use non-stretch sports tape (30 mm) with underwrap (to avoid skin reaction)
- Never leave the tape more than 48 hours
- If there is any irritation remove the tape immediately.
- Ensure that after taping the provocative movement is less painful and ROM is improved.
- Ensure NO PAIN, no discomfort