taping techniques for the dancer

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TAPING TECHNIQUES FOR THE DANCER

Kayla Ashton, MS, ATC Maryann Johnson, PT Jennifer Martin, PT

Benefits of Tape • Limit undesired joint range of motion

• Support • Compression • Proprioceptive feedback

Know Your Dancer • Shoes • Costumes • Style • Dance surface • Length of performance, class, rehearsal

• Competition rules

Techniques • Hallux rigidus, 1st MTP OA

• Sesamoid • Accessory Navicular • FHL Tendon • Metatarsalgia • Hallux valgus • Heel lock

First MTP Support • 1st MTP OA • Hallux rigidus • Great toe sprains

First MTP Support

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Sesamoid Problems Sesamoid Problems

Sesamoid Problems Sesamoid Pad Options • Hapad Dancer Pads

•  Felt •  Hapad.com

•  $5.25 per pair

• Dr Jill’s Dancer Pads •  Gel •  Drjillsfootpads.com

•  $11.99 for 2 pack

Metatarsal Support FHL Tenosynovitis

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FHL Tenosynovitis Bunion

Bunion Bunion

Other bunion treatment options Ankle Instability • Ankle sprains • Ankle weakness

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Heel Lock Heel Lock continued

Where to Buy Elastikon •  2 in x 2.5 yd

•  Box of 6, About $28 •  Amazon.com •  Walmart.com

•  Single roll, About $7 •  Amazon.com •  Medexsupply.com •  Grand Jete (~$8/roll)

Questions?