Athletic taping

The general goals of athletic taping are to restrict the motion of an injured joint, in order to add stability for a temporary period of time.

[1] Taping has many roles such as to support the ligaments and capsules of unstable joints by limiting excessive or abnormal anatomical movement.

Finally, taping can support injuries at the muscle-tendon units by compressing and limiting movement and secure protective pads, dressings and splints.

Athletic taping is recognized as one of the top preventative measures for reduction of injuries in collision sports.

[15] There are set regulations and rules that govern the athletic taping techniques used by trainers and health professionals.