How do I make KT tape adhere to my skin better?
I thought KT tape should stay on your skin for at least a few days, but when I apply it for shin splints it ends up peeling off after a few hours. I always make sure to rub it on really well, so I don’t know how to make it stick better. Any suggestions??
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Answer by Shirlj
Do you moisturise your legs – if so make sure you wash off any trace before applying the tape.
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KT Tape is easy to apply once you learn a few tricks. This will help:
1. Skin Prep:
At least one hour before exercise, clean and dry skin vigorously to completely remove lotion, dirt, oils or excess hair (rubbing alcohol works well). If in humid climate, apply tape indoors to ensure moisture does not interfere with adhesive while it sets. Clip excessive hair to 1/8” long for better adhesion.
2. Time Prep:
Apply tape at least 30 minutes before athletic activity or showering. An hour is optimal.
3. Round All Corners:
For any application that requires cutting, make round cuts. Round corners stay on skin longer and reduce fraying in the tape.
4. Proper Body Position:
Before applying tape, stretch the part of the body where the pain is presenting, according to instructions. Failure to follow directions may cause the tape to pull excessively, resulting in premature loosening.
5. Remove Backer Paper:
Rip the paper on the back of tape to remove for application. When removing paper from tape, rip the back and only remove as needed for application – don’t touch the sticky side of the tape.
6. Tape Placement:
Apply directly to skin – not on other pieces of tape – for stronger and longer lasting applications.
7. No Stretch on Tape Ends:
Do NOT stretch the ends of the tape. The first and last 1.5 to 2 inches of tape should always be applied with no stretch.
8. Activate Adhesive:
Before moving the taped body part out of position, use the waxy side of the backer paper to rub vigorously around all areas of the tape. Heat created from this friction rub activates the adhesive.
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