How should I tape my finger?

If you have pain in your finger due to overuse, a minor injury or a sprain, for example, taping your finger can provide the right support. In this blog, you will read all about why and how best to tape your finger so that you can quickly regain optimal movement.

Why tape your finger?

Taping a finger not only provides support for injuries such as sprains or strains, but also helps to promote recovery and reduce pain. In this paragraph, you will discover the main reasons to tape your finger and how it can help you recover faster. There are several reasons to tape your finger:

1. Taping can help prevent and treat finger injuries.
2. Applying tape can reduce pressure on tendons and relieve pain.
3. Taping offers extra support to weaker muscles or joints, such as with RSI or a trigger finger.
4. Medical taping can improve blood circulation and lymph flow, which helps reduce swelling.
5. Tape can help correct incorrect direction of movement or posture.
6. Some athletes use tape to improve performance and prevent injuries.
7. For a trigger finger, taping can provide compression and keep the finger in the correct position.
8. Taping can help the recovery process of muscle injuries.

When to tape your finger?

Taping a finger may be necessary in various situations, such as a sprain, bruise or strain. It provides extra stability and protection, limiting movement of the joint and preventing further damage. But when is it really necessary to tape your finger? We list the most common situations for you below.

Tape can be used for the following finger injuries and conditions:

• Sprain of a finger
• A trigger finger
• A painful finger
• Overuse of a finger
• Instability of a finger joint
• Swelling of a finger

Tape is very useful in the following situations:

• When there is a painful finger with swelling, redness or bruising
• When there is a throbbing sensation in the finger
• When it is difficult to stretch or bend the finger
• When there is a lot of pain when moving the finger

How do you tape your finger?

Taping your finger can help with pain relief and support for various complaints. Below is a step-by-step instruction on how to tape your finger with kinesiology tape:

Preparation:

1. Make sure the skin is clean, dry and free of soap or lotion residue.

2. Cut two strips of tape:

• One strip of about 15 cm
• One strip of about 10 cm

3. Cut the ends of the tape around.

4. Split both strips lengthwise so that you have four thin strips.

Applying the tape:

1. Take the 15 cm strip and cut three small indentations 1 cm deep at one end.

2. Place the middle narrow piece on the fingertip and wrap the two outer pieces around the finger.

3. Keep the finger stretched and stick the rest of the tape over the top of the finger up to the back of the hand.

4. Now take the 10 cm strip and stick it across the joint of the finger, over the first strip of tape.

5. Rub all applied tape well for good adhesion.

Additional tips:

• Use sufficient stretch when applying the tape for optimal support.
• The tape can remain in place for 4 to 7 days and is water-resistant.

Need additional information?

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