Sprained Knuckle Taping

If you’ve sprained one or more of your major knuckles, you’ll need to limit the movement of the fingers while the ligaments in the joint heal. Here’s a straightforward taping technique that will help. Read more ›

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New Distel Disinfectants

Distel High Level Medical Disinfectant | Physical Sports First Aid

Physical Sports First Aid now sells a range of high-level medical disinfectants from Distel. These disinfectants are ideal for ensuring full-spectrum hygiene in treatment rooms and first aid areas. Read more ›

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Patellar Ligament Taping

Crystal Palace Wrap | Taping Technique for Patellar Ligament | Physical Sports First Aid

If you suffer from Jumper’s Knee, Osgood Schlatter’s Disease or Patellar Tendonitis, this easy taping technique – often called The Crystal Palace Wrap – can help relieve the pain. Here are full instructions on how to perform this technique. Read more ›

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The Recovery Position

If you are giving first aid to a person who is unconscious, but breathing normally, then putting them in the recovery position will enable their airway to remain open and reduce their risk of choking on fluids, for example if the person vomits. Read more ›

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Taping for Shin Splints

This quick and easy taping technique can be used to relieve the pain of shin splints, and is simple enough to perform on yourself. All you need is a roll of zinc oxide tape! Read more ›

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