This may be useful for treatment and prevention of 'turf toe'
Basic Principles
Only non-stretching rigid tape is appropriate.
Preparation
The athlete and therapist must be in a comfortable position.
The taping must be tailored to the athlete and the sport: It should provide support but not restriction of essential movement.
Injured ligaments are held in a shortened postion. Non-injured ligaments are held in neutral position.
Shave body hair at least 8 hours prior to taping.
Clean skin.
If sweating is likely, apply adhesive tape spray prior to taping.
Use an underwrap is skin allergy exists.
Use tape of appropriate width.
Application
Use anchors proximally and distally.
Unroll the tape before applying to the skin to apply appropriate tension.
Apply even pressure.
Overlap the previous tape by one-half to ensure strength and even application.
Smooth out all folds and creases
Technique
One inch tape approximiately 8 inches long is looped over the proximal phalynx and the ends are crossed.
Several extra strips are used to form a spica.
The ends are secured with an anchor.
Removal
Cut tape carefully with tape scissors.
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Complications
Reduced circulation due to overly-tight taping.
Skin irritation (mechanical or allergic)
Decreased effectiveness of taping over time (usually only 1 hour if under considerable strain)