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Truetape Application

Osgood Schlatter

TRUETAPE: how to tape your Osgood Schlatter

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Main application

Morbus Osgood Schlatter
Patella tendon irritation
Pain at the Tuberositas tibiae*

What you need

1 TRUETAPE strip
1 pair of scissors

Wearing time

4-5 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

Application osgood schlatter - Starting position
STARTING POSITION

Bend your knee at a 90-100° angle during this application.

1. STRIP

Application osgood schlatter - Step 1
75% STRETCH

Cut one strip in half and apply with 75% stretch to the frontside of your shin with an incline of about 30-40°.

Application osgood schlatter - Step 2
0% STRETCH

Apply the ends without stretch.

2. STRIP

Application osgood schlatter - Step 3
75% STRETCH

Apply the second half of the tape with 75% stretch contrary to the first one.

Application osgood schlatter - Step 4
0% STRETCH

Apply both ends without stretch.

Application osgood schlatter - Step 5
DONE!

Make sure to give the whole application another good rub to activate the adhesive. Congrats, that's it.

* PLEASE NOTE: The examples of application and explanations on the effect of the tape are not based on medical studies. The effect of the tape is not considered proven. The statements and articles are based on many years of subjective experience and application reports from customers, patients and trained therapists. The information on this page is not intended to be a substitute for visiting a doctor, physiotherapist or other expert.