Video Submission Grading

TAPING OBJECTIVE: Identified type of application and clearly explained the purpose of the chosen application to the client

CLEANING: Cleaned the area (removed any hair, dirt or oils) prior to applying the kinesiology tape

CLIENT POSITION: Placed the area in a stretched position before applying the therapeutic zone to the skin (Exception: JA applied in neutral position)

TAPE TENSION: Applied ends with no tension and verbally identified therapeutic zone tension level as tape was being applied.

ACTIVATE ADHESIVE: Vigorously rubbed the tape after it was applied in order to activate the adhesive

INSTRUCTIONS FOR WEAR: Offered instructions for the proper wear and care of the tape such as avoiding high heat, trimming loose pieces of tape, patting tape dry with a towel after bathing or swimming, options for removal after 3-5 days (in direction of hair growth, roll tape off, soak in tub, coat with vegetable oil…)