Truetape Application
Hallux valgus
02:28 Min.
TRUETAPE: how to tape your hallux valgus
DIRECTLY TO INSTRUCTIONS
Main application
Hallux valgus
Pain around your big toe's joint
Pain around the ball of the foot*
What you need
2 TRUETAPE strips
1 pair of scissors
Wearing time
3-4 days
Taping tips
Apply tape 1 hour before starting an activity
Thoroughly remove dirt, moisture, oils and lotions from the skin before taping
Do not wear the tape for longer than 7 days
To activate the adhesive, carefully rub the tape several times after applying
In areas that are particularly hairy, trim the hair to ensure the tape sticks better
Remove paper backing before application and always make sure the ends of the tape are applied WITHOUT stretch
PHOTO INSTRUCTIONS
STARTING POSITION
Flex your foot upwards and extend your big toe.
1. STRIP
0% STRETCH
Apply the anchor without stretch to the inside of your big toe and rub gently.
50% STRETCH
Apply the tape with 50% stretch across the inside of your foot.
25% STRETCH
Flex your foot upwards and wrap the tape around your Achilles tendon with 25% stretch.
0% STRETCH
Apply the end of the tape without stretch just below the outside of your ankle.
2. STRIP
50% STRETCH
Cut the tape in the middle and apply the tape with 50% stretch over your big toe's joint.
0% STRETCH
Finish the ends without stretch at the bottom ...
0% STRETCH
... and top of your foot.
DONE!
Make sure to give the whole application another good rub to activate the adhesive. Congrats, that's it.