Tennis elbow – Kinesiology tape

Professional instructions

In order to relieve the extensors / flexors, a blue I-tape is used in this example (extensor carpi radialis longus, extensor carpi radialis brevis and m. Brachioradialis).

• Measure the I-tape in stretched position.
• Lay the base distal to the wrist in a slightly stretched position (hand in neutral position).
• Extend the elbow and bring the hand into palmar flexion.
• Then apply the detonizing tape with slight along the forearm, direction proximal to the elbow over the extensors and rub it firmly; apply the last 5 cm of the tape without stretching. The starting point of the tape is called the punctum fixum and the end point is the punctum mobile.

Use the black tape for activating the m. Supinator. The m. Supinator takes care of turning the hand outwards.

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• Apply the base of the I tape with slightly inward twisted position of the elbow (in slight flexion).
• The starting point of the tape (punctum fixum) is on the lateral epicondyle on the origin of the m. Supinator and not on the olecranon (back of the elbow), this can irritate.

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Apply the kinesiology tape to the proximal part of the radius. The fascial structures “derotate” in this way. Check the operation of the tape after the application, for example by provoking an active exorotation against resistance. If the pain is reduced, the tape has has been applied well and has started it´s positive influence on the recovery of the tennis elbow.

Instructions for self taping (non-professionals)

To ease tension in the muscles responsible for extending and flexing the wrist, we’ll use a blue I-tape in this example.

• Stretch out the I-tape before measuring.
• Place the base of the tape just below the wrist, keeping it slightly stretched (hand in a neutral position).
• Straighten the elbow and bend the hand downward.
• Then, gently apply the tape along the forearm, moving towards the elbow over the muscles. Firmly rub the tape; leave the last 5 cm without stretching. The starting point is called the punctum fixum and the end point is the punctum mobile.

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Use the black tape for activating another muscle that helps in turning the hand outwards.

• Apply the base of the I tape with a slightly inward twisted position of the elbow (in slight flexion).
• The starting point of the tape (punctum fixum) is on the outer part of the elbow, avoiding the back of the elbow to prevent irritation.

Apply the kinesiology tape to the upper part of the forearm. This technique helps the fascial structures to unwind. Check if the tape is working properly after application by testing the movement of the arm. If the pain decreases, it means the tape has been applied correctly and is positively influencing the recovery process.

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