Taping techniques for the wrist

Abstract

Therapeutic taping may be a useful adjunct in the treatment of wrist instability and injury, particularly for patients with occupational-specific demands, such as musicians, athletes, or therapists. There are 2 broad therapeutic taping categories: rigid or stabilization tape and elastic or stretch tape. Record your answers on the Return Answer Form found on the tear-out coupon at the back of this issue or to complete online and use a credit card, go to JHTReadforCredit.com. There is only one best answer for each question.#1.Rigid taping is recommended fora.reducing painb.providing stabilityc.decreasing proprioceptive inputd.participating in athletic competition#2.Elastic taping is recommended toa.increase tendon and nerve gliding over the radial styloidb.increase proprioceptive inputc.increase blood flow to the DSRNd.reduce irritation of the DSRN#3.Kinesiotape purports toa.facilitate skin gliding over deeper connective tissuesb.control inflammation during the acute phase of wound healingc.allow normal tissue expansiond.compress normal tissue to control tissue expansion#4.The author relates the benefit of taping in managinga.TFFC tearsb.S-L ligament laxityc.Herbert screw fixation of scaphoid fractured.carpal tunnel sydrome’#5.The article emphasizes technique as well as rationale for utilizationa.trueb.false When submitting to the HTCC for re-certification, please batch your JHT RFC certificates in groups of 3 or more to get full credit.