Taping for MTSS Low Leg Lesson 3 Introduction

Taping for MTSS Low Leg Lesson 3

Introduction l l What causes MTSS? Repetitive micro trauma to the anterior muscles of the low leg causing irritation and inflammation

Objectives l By the end of the lesson… l l l You will indentify the reasons why we tape for MTSS You will select necessary supplies for taping for MTSS You will demonstrate the taping technique for MTSS

MTSS – Taping for Shin Splints l l By taping the anterior low leg we can help compress muscles that are irritated by microtrauma Supplies: l l l Tuff Skin 1. 5” athletic tape Pre-wrap (for unshaven skin)

MTSS -- Procedure l l With the athlete standing, have them shift weight to unaffected leg, placing the opposite in a relaxed position Use adhesive spray or wrap with Pre-Wrap Place anchor strips at the ankle just superior to the malleloli and below the patella Run a single piece of tape down the medial and lateral low leg between two anchors l l l Start distal and work proximal Apply tape obliquely (on a slant) pulling lateral to medial first Use the side anchors as your start and stopping point

MTSS -- Procedure l l l Overlap the next piece of tape creating an “X” by pulling medial to lateral Continue proximally to the superior anchor strip Complete the procedure by re-applying medial and lateral anchors Finish by wrapping with elastic wrap Check for comfort and function

Practice! l With a partner gather supplies and practice the taping procedure for MTSS