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How to Use Thumb Tape for Lifting and Gym Work: Protect Your Grip, Improve Your Training

Hand hook-grpping a dumbell. The thumb is protected by Physical Sports Tearable EAB Thumb Tape in red.

Protect your thumbs during lifting and gym workouts with our Tearable EAB Thumb Tape — flexible, strong, and easy to use. Watch the video and see how simple taping can be.

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Posted in Hand and Finger Taping, News, Sports Taping

Finger First Aid with Cohesive Bandage

Cohesive Bandage Retaining a Dressing on a Finger

One of the most useful medical products for finger injuries is a roll of 2.5cm cohesive bandage – it’s great for quick-fix first aid. Here are some examples of how to use it, with full instructions and pictures.

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How to Apply a Fingerbob Bandage

A picture of a blue Fingerbob bandage applied to a finger

Fingerbobs (aka Fingerbuddies) are a great little bandage for finger injuries. Here’s a quick photo guide on how to use them.

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How to Apply a Fingertip Plaster

A photograph of a fingertip plasters held in a person's hand

Fingertip plasters look like a bow tie and have a special technique for application. This infographic from Physical Sports First Aid shows you how.

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Thumb Spica Taping

Sprained your thumb? You’ll need to limit movement of the joint while it heals. Here’s a helpful taping technique from Physical Sports First Aid.

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Posted in Hand and Finger Taping, Sports Taping, Wrist Taping