Knee Taping

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Knee taping (also known as patellar taping) is a procedure performed by physicians to treat knee injuries. Knee taping reduces pain and corrects patellar position to allow rehabilitation and the resuming of corrective exercises.

Contents 1 Evaluation 2 McConnell knee taping technique 3 Types of tape 3.1 Pre-Wrap or Cover tape 3.2 Wrap or Adhesive tape

[edit] Evaluation

The knee is first inspected by a physician to determine if taping is necessary.

[edit] McConnell knee taping technique

Invented by Australian physiotherapist, Jenny McConnell.

[edit] Types of tape

[edit] Pre-Wrap or Cover tape

A pre-wrap is a protective tape. Its purpose is to create a firm surface for further taping.

[edit] Wrap or Adhesive tape

Adhesive tape or wrap is applied to the cover tape and must not be applied directly to the skin.