TrailMed K-Tape | Support | Neck + Shoulders

Unlock the benefits of TrailMed K-Tape for neck and shoulder support!

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Neck Support

Whether you're a runner, cyclist, hiker, or swimmer, neck pain can be a common issue that hinders your performance and enjoyment of activities. TrailMed's Kinesiology Tape (K tape) is an excellent solution for providing pain relief and support to these areas, allowing you to stay active and comfortable.

Follow these simple steps to tape your neck:

  1. Clean and Dry: Ensure the area is clean and dry to help the tape adhere better and stay in place longer.

  2. Measure and Cut: Cut one piece of K tape long enough to cover the neck area. Round the corners of the tape to prevent it from peeling off easily.

  3. Anchor the Tape on the Neck: Look slightly down and start by anchoring one end of the first piece of tape at the base of your skull, extending it down along the side of your neck. Apply the tape with a slight stretch, smoothing it down as you go.

  4. Smooth & Secure the Edges: Make sure the edges are securely adhered to your skin, gently press down the tape to ensure it sticks well and check comfort by moving your neck gently to ensure the tape feels comfortable and provides the desired support without restricting movement.

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Step 1 | Clean and Dry

Step 2 | Measure and Cut

Step 3 | Anchor and Apply

Step 4 | Smooth the Tape

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Upper Traps Support

Whether you're a runner, cyclist, hiker, or swimmer, pain can be a common issue that hinders your performance and enjoyment of activities. TrailMed's Kinesiology Tape (K tape) is an excellent solution for providing pain relief and support to these areas, allowing you to stay active and comfortable.

TrailMed K-Tape for Support of Upper Traps

Follow these simple steps to tape your upper traps:

  1. Clean and Dry: Ensure the area is clean and dry to help the tape adhere better and stay in place longer.

  2. Measure and Cut: Cut two pieces of K-tape long enough to cover the length of each upper trapezius muscle comfortably. Round the corners of the tape to prevent premature peeling.

  3. Anchor the Tape: Anchor one end of the first piece of tape on the side of your neck, just below where your neck meets your shoulder. Apply the tape with light to moderate stretch as you extend it across your upper trapezius muscle towards your shoulder, and repeat on the opposite side.

  4. Smooth & Secure the Edges: Gently press down along the entire length of each piece to ensure good adhesion. Finally, gently move your neck and shoulders to check for comfort and ensure the tape provides the desired support without restricting your range of motion.

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TrailMed K-Tape, step one clean and dry upper traps

Step 1 | Clean and Dry

TrailMed K-Tape, step 3 anchor and apply tape to both sides

Step 2 | Measure and Cut

TrailMed K-Tape, step four smooth tape on upper traps

Step 3 | Anchor and Apply

TrailMed K-Tape, step 2 measure and cut two pieces of K-Tape

Step 4 | Smooth the Tape

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Anterior Shoulder Support

Whether you're a runner, cyclist, hiker, or swimmer, anterior shoulder pain can be a common issue that hinders your performance and enjoyment of activities. TrailMed's Kinesiology Tape (K tape) is an excellent solution for providing pain relief and support to these areas, allowing you to stay active and comfortable.

TrailMed K-Tape - Anterior Shoulder Pain

Follow these simple steps to tape your anterior shoulder:

  1. Clean and Dry: Ensure the area is clean and dry to help the tape adhere better and stay in place longer.

  2. Measure and Cut: Cut one piece of K-tape, long enough to run from the front of your shoulder, across the deltoid muscle, towards your upper back. Round the corners of both pieces of tape to prevent them from peeling easily.

  3. Anchor the Tape: Apply one end to the front of your shoulder and then, with a moderate to strong stretch (around 50-75%), guide the other end across the side of your shoulder, over the deltoid muscle, and towards your upper back.

  4. Smooth the Tape: Gently rub all the edges of both pieces of tape to ensure they are securely adhered to your skin. Move your arm gently in different directions to ensure the tape feels comfortable and provides support without restricting your movement excessively.

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TrailMed K-Tape, anterior shoulder step one , clean and dry

Step 1 | Clean and Dry

TrailMed K-Tape, anterior shoulder pain step 3, anchor and apply

Step 2 | Measure and Cut

TrailMed K-Tape, Anterior Shoulder Pain, Step 4 smooth the tape

Step 3 | Anchor and Apply

TrailMed K-Tape, anterior shoulder pain step 2, measure and cut

Step 4 | Smooth the Tape

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Scapulothoracic Joint

Whether you're a runner, cyclist, hiker, or swimmer, joint pain can be a common issue that hinders your performance and enjoyment of activities. TrailMed's Kinesiology Tape (K tape) is an excellent solution for providing pain relief and support to these areas, allowing you to stay active and comfortable.

TrailMed K-Tape Support Scapulothoracic Joint

Follow these simple steps to tape your scapulothoracic joint:

  1. Clean and Dry: Ensure the area is clean and dry to help the tape adhere better and stay in place longer.

  2. Measure and Cut: Cut two pieces of K-tape long enough to comfortably cover the area around your shoulder blade at a 45-degree angle towards your spine. Round the corners of the tape to prevent it from peeling off easily.

  3. Anchor the Tape: Locate the bony prominence on the spine of your scapula (shoulder blade) and sit up straight. Anchor one end of the first piece of tape a few inches towards your spine from this point, with a moderate to strong stretch (around 50-75%). Repeat on the other side, ensuring that the bottom edges of the tape meet in an overlapping V.

  4. Smooth & Secure the Edges: Ensure all tape edges are securely adhered to your skin. Gently press down the tape to ensure it sticks well and check your comfort by gently moving your arm and shoulder to ensure the tape feels supportive without restricting movement.

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TrailMed K-Tape, Scapulothoracic Joint, Step one clean and dry

Step 1 | Clean and Dry

TrailMed K-Tape Support, Scapulothoracic Joint, Step 3 Anchor and apply

Step 2 | Measure and Cut

TrailMed K-Tape Support, Scapulothoracic Joint, Step 4 Smooth the Tape

Step 3 | Anchor and Apply

TrailMed K-Tape, Scapulothoracic Joint Support, step 2 measure and cut

Step 4 | Smooth the Tape

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Infrasspin and Supraspin (Rotator Cuff)

Whether you're a runner, cyclist, hiker, or swimmer, pain can be a common issue that hinders your performance and enjoyment of activities. TrailMed's Kinesiology Tape (K tape) is an excellent solution for providing pain relief and support to these areas, allowing you to stay active and comfortable.

TrailMed K-Tape, Infrasspin and Supraspin (Rotator Cuff)

Follow these simple steps to tape your rotator cuff:

  1. Clean and Dry: Ensure the area is clean and dry to help the tape adhere better and stay in place longer.

  2. Measure and Cut: This application requires two pieces of K-tape. For the Infraspinatus: Measure a piece of tape long enough to cover the main belly of the infraspinatus muscle, which is located on the back of your shoulder blade. For the Supraspinatus: Measure a second piece of tape long enough to cover the supraspinatus muscle, which is located on the top of your shoulder blade.

  3. Anchor the Tape: Anchor one end of the tape (no stretch) just below and slightly inward from the bony prominence on your shoulder blade spine for the infraspinatus, and just below the top of your shoulder blade spine for the supraspinatus. Apply with moderate (50-75%) stretch along the infraspinatus muscle belly (outwards and slightly upwards towards the back of your arm), and with light to moderate (25-50%) stretch along the supraspinatus muscle belly (upwards and slightly outwards towards the top of your shoulder). Finish the last 1-2 inches of both applications with no stretch.

  4. Smooth & Secure the Edges: Ensure the edges of both pieces of tape are securely adhered to your skin. Gently press down the entire length of both strips to ensure they stick well. Check for comfort by gently moving your arm in different directions to ensure the tape feels supportive without restricting your movement.

Need extra help?

View the video, follow the step-by-step images or download the guide; you’ll be a taping pro soon!

TrailMed K-Tape Support, Infrasspin and Supraspin (Rotator Cuff), Step 1 Clean and Dry

Step 1 | Clean and Dry

TrailMed K-Tape Support, Infrasspin and Supraspin (Rotator Cuff), Step 3 Anchor and Apply

Step 2 | Measure and Cut

TrailMed K-Tape Support, Infrasspin and Supraspin (Rotator Cuff), Step 3 Smooth the Tape

Step 3 | Anchor and Apply

TrailMed K-Tape Support, Infrasspin and Supraspin (Rotator Cuff), Step 2 Measure and Cut

Step 4 | Smooth the Tape

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