Curad Assorted Bandages Variety Pack 300 Pieces, Including Antibacterial, Heavy Duty, Fabric, and Waterproof Bandages

 Curad Assorted Bandages Variety Pack 300 Pieces, Including Antibacterial, Heavy Duty, Fabric, and Waterproof Bandages

•     Curad Bandage Variety Pack has six different bandage styles for every at home or small business need
•     All bandages have a 4-sided seal to keep dirt and germs out
•     Features 30 Antibacterial Fabric Bandages to help prevent infection
•     Also included in the pack: 30 Medium Waterproof Bandages, 80 Assorted Sheer Bandages, 60 Plastic Bandages, 30 Assorted Heavy Duty Bandages and 70 Assorted Flex Fabric and shapes like fingertip and knuckle bandages

Step by step to apply the elastic adhesive bandage

The adhesive elastic bandages are increasingly popular. In addition to acting in favor of physical performance, they also assist in the prevention and rehabilitation of various injuries.

Who can apply?
Today you will see that the examples of applications of adhesive elastic bandages can be done on your own or with the help of a close person. You will see that application by a professional is not necessary, just follow the guidelines described.

Self-application of the bandage is indicated for the prevention of injuries and pain relief in different regions of the body. On the KinesioSport website it is possible to find a series of videos with step by step to make basic applications.

To further simplify the self-application procedure, the new line of pre-cut bandages from KinesioSport already comes with cut strips in the shapes and sizes suitable for various applications.

It is worth remembering that this does not apply to the treatment of specific injuries and conditions. In these situations, it is recommended to consult a health professional trained in the application method.

Are the elastic bandage applications all the same?
The method of application of the adhesive elastic bandage varies according to the part of the body and the purpose of the application. It may require more or less tension on the bandage (elongation of the tape before application on the skin).

Normally, for cases of contracted muscles that require relaxation and for lymphatic drainage, the tape is applied without tension and with the body part in a stretching position.

For muscles that need support, stabilization and for ligament techniques, a certain proportion of tension is applied. The body must be in a neutral position.

However, these methods may also vary from case to case.

Step by step for different applications
See 3 examples of application: on the shoulder, lumbar and sole of the foot.

Attention: for all applications, the skin must be clean, without any type of product, to ensure the tape adheres to the skin.



# 1 - Shoulder stabilization

This application is indicated for people who need shoulder stabilization, suffer from diffuse shoulder pain. It is also valid for athletes who practice volleyball, basketball, tennis, swimming and other sports that require this region of the body. This application is made on the deltoid muscle.

1 - Measure the tape by placing it over the desired part;

2 - Cut the measured quantity with scissors;

3 - Cut the four tips to make them round and increase their adherence, preventing them from peeling off more easily;

4 - In a vertical position, make a cut in the middle of the ribbon, leaving a few centimeters of base without cutting. The intention is that the tape will have 2 parts to wrap the entire muscle;

5 - On the base that has not been cut, make a horizontal fold to break the protective paper of the adhesive, and remove it only from that part;

6 - Apply this end of the bandage without the adhesive protection paper on the shoulder, from the bottom to the top (from the side of the arm to the shoulder);

7 - To continue the application, raise the muscle forward, to its maximum stretch;

8 - Remove part of the adhesive protection paper from one of the cut sides of the tape, leaving the adhesive only at the end so that your fingers do not get stuck in the glue and the tape does not stick to itself;

9 - Stretch the tape to 100% tension and reduce it to 25% tension. Go pasting in order to make a curve around the bottom (behind the arm) until the shoulder. Press your fingers along the glued part to activate the glue and fix;

10 - Raising the arm back to its maximum stretch, repeat the process with the other part of the tape to the opposite side. The ends of the ribbon should be found over the shoulder;

11 - Measure another piece of tape on the side of the muscle, in a horizontal position, covering the middle part that the tape already pasted around;

12 - Repeat the process of cutting the tape and the ends and fold the cut piece in half to break the protective paper of the adhesive. Leave it only at the ends of the tape to hold it;

13 - Stretch the tape to 100% tension and reduce it to 50% tension, fixing it in the middle skin towards the ends. Remove all protective paper from the adhesive and press your fingers along the glued part to secure it securely.

The application is ready.



# 2 - Application of elastic bandage for lumbar

This method of application is used for people who suffer from pain and tension in the lower back. This is a region that is difficult to access for self-application. Someone else's help will be needed for this application.

1 - Repeat the first three steps of the previous example. However, cut two equal parts of tape, as they will be glued parallel and vertically, one on each side of the column, starting from its base;

2 - The user must perform a lumbar flexion to lengthen the region of the application;

3 - To apply the first tape, detach a small part of the adhesive protection paper at one end. Apply on one side of the column (very close to it), without applying tension;

4 - With the base applied, remove the rest of the adhesive protective paper to the other end of the tape and apply 100% tension, reducing it to 20% tension. The final end must be applied without tension;

5 - Press your fingers along the glued part to fix it well;

6 - Repeat the procedure with the other tape cut, on the other side of the column, parallel to the tape already glued;

7 - Measure a third piece of tape to be glued between the two already fixed, however, in the horizontal direction (staying in the shape of the letter H). The application of this horizontal tape should be made over the location of the most acute pain point in the region.

8 - To apply, fold the tape in half, breaking the protective paper of the adhesive, which will remain only at the ends. Start applying the center of the tape, with a tension of 50%. The ends do not carry tension;

9 - To finish, press your fingers along the glued part to activate the glue and fix it well.

The application is ready.



# 3 - Foot sole

This application of elastic bandage is suitable for people who walk a lot. Also for those who spend a lot of time standing or for those who wear high heels very often and suffer with pain.

As this application requires the person to be seated, with the leg straight and the sole of the foot elevated in a stretching position. Only people with greater flexibility will be able to apply alone.

1 - Start by repeating the first 3 steps of the first example. The measurement will be from the heel to the base of the toes;

2 - With the tape and its tips cut, take the tape in an upright position, make a cut in the middle of the tape, leaving a few centimeters of base without cutting. Make two more cuts, one on each side of the center cut. The intention is that the tape will have 4 parts and a base to wrap the entire sole of the foot;

5 - On the base that has not been cut, make a horizontal fold to break the protective paper of the adhesive and remove it;

6 - Apply the base on the heel, without applying tension;

7 - Apply one of the 4 parts at a time, along the sole of the foot, up to the base of the toes. Put 100% tension and reduce the tension to 25% in each of the strips;

8 - To finish, press your fingers along the glued part to activate the glue and fix it well.

The application is ready!

These were just a few examples of application. Now you know the basic premises for the correct application of the adhesive elastic bandage.