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Performance Health Leukotape P Combi Pack, Stretch Tape, Leukotape and Foxomull Tape for Patella Taping, Knee Stability and Support, Sports Tape

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Leukotape protects your skin’s surface (or rather the surface of your feet) from the effects of constant rubbing. It also provides thermal insulation and can help reduce friction. Breathable It is important for speed of use that tapes should be easily torn and to that end many of our tapes have been designed with a serrated edge to make this easier. (Cotton tapes such as Vivotape and Mueller M Tape are easier to tear than Strappal or Leukotape P)

Traditionally, physical therapists from America prefer the lighter cotton tape such as Mueller M Tape. However, in professional sport in Europe, physios tend to like the stronger man made fibres of Rayon cloth for sports taping. In ankle taping for example, if the tape tears it could result in a sprained ankle and losing the player for a few games. But first, it’s essential we discuss the different phases of blisters as they each require different management. Understanding Blisters in Runners and Hikers Leukotape can stay on for at least a day, if not several. However, feet need to breath. The actual recommended length of time is 18 hours.

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Thanks to its breathability, it is also easy to use a strip or two to stretch and cover a wide surface area to ensure your feet will be protected during your hiking trip. Versatile Your blisters rarely form right when you finish hiking. Most of the time you will need to continue hiking several miles on them. This is a super common problem with an easy fix. Another big thing to make sure of is that you don't wrap the tape all the way around your foot. It doesn't stretch at all, so it can constrict blood flow and mess up your foot muscles. First, let’s clarify what a “hot spot” is, versus a “bubbly blister”. A hot spot is the beginning of an oncoming blister at the initial sign of friction. Think of it as Phase 1 in the blister formation process. A bubbly blister is Phase 2, once the hot spot has fully formed into a mature blister. Each phase requires different management.

I've seen some confusion about the difference between the two, and which one is better for blisters, so I'll clear that up here. Tearable - You don’t want to have to pull out your knife or bring a special pair of scissors to cut your tape. Leukotape rips fairly easily in both directions (though I find it rips crossways better if you 'start' it by biting it). Used in the management of patella femoral pain, the box contains a single roll of each tape. Leukotape is a zinc oxide tape with high tensile strength and a strong adhesive that is hand tearable. Fixomull is a non-allergenic under wrap ideal for all taping techniques, minimizing skin irritation to tape. Adapts Well to Body Contours

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If you do have a bubbly blister, you will need to drain and treat it. Otherwise, your hot spot needs some sort of barrier to prevent the friction from worsening. Hikers use a variety of methods to act as a barrier - duct tape, moleskin and leukotape are the most common. Protective. It protects the skin surface of the feet from the effects of constant rubbing, offers thermal insulation and reduces friction levels. Some leukotape brands contain natural rubber latex and may cause an allergic skin reaction if you have sensitive skin.

Breathable - You shouldn’t leave it on forever, but unlike duct-tape the cotton-rayon material breathes pretty well. It can be left on for a lot longer without issues.Choose the right size plaster, making sure that the wound pad is slightly larger than the wound and that the shape is correct for the area of the body: Used in physiotherapy, the adhesive bandaging techniques help reduce range of motion to allow for optimal recovery and healing. BSN Cover Roll and Leukotape P Corrective Taping are designed to withstand a high amount of tension. Both fabricated to contour to the body, the tape can be used by patients with any level of experience. Cover Roll Stretch

As you tape your foot, bend it while pointing your toes upwards and start working the cover roll at the heel of your foot, working your way up to just before your toes. Use smaller strips for your toes and finish it all off with long strips from the inside of your foot to the outside. Many hikers use medical taping to wrap their hot spots with adhesive products like duct tape or moleskin. Leukotape is the miracle hybrid of zinc oxide tape and surgical tape. Zinc oxide gives Leukotape its adhesive and supportive qualities, while surgical tape provides the breathable fabric and pressure sensitive stability. Now Leukotape is the wonder foot tape of hikers and ultralight runners. Apply it to the hot spot and rub it gently with your finger to warm it up and help the adhesive set. It’s best to apply several hours before exercise if possible to get a really tight bond, but not strictly necessary. I’ve often applied it while hiking and then resumed my trip without mishap. Notes on UseLeukotape K is similar to Kinesio Tape (or KT Tape) in that it stretches. It's great for athletes who need to maintain range of motion, but that stretch doesn't necessarily help prevent foot blisters. It's also .5 inches wider than Leukotape P, making it a little more difficult to place comfortably on your feet. Unlike duct tape, moleskin or any other type of bandage, Leukotape has numerous advantages going for it:

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