ATC Taping and Bracing 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which taping technique is most appropriate for managing plantar fasciitis in an athlete?
- Low-Dye taping (Correct answer)
- McConnell taping
- Gibney basket-weave
- Heel lock taping
Correct answer: Low-Dye taping
Low-Dye taping supports the medial longitudinal arch and reduces tension on the plantar fascia.
Question 2: When applying a prophylactic ankle taping, what is the primary purpose of applying pre-wrap (foam underwrap)?
- To increase tape adhesion to the skin
- To protect the skin from tape irritation and blisters (Correct answer)
- To provide additional support to the joint
- To reduce perspiration under the tape
Correct answer: To protect the skin from tape irritation and blisters
Pre-wrap creates a barrier between the skin and adhesive tape to prevent blisters, abrasion, and skin irritation.
Question 3: A football lineman requires elbow hyperextension prevention. Which bracing option is MOST appropriate?
- Neoprene elbow sleeve
- Hinged elbow brace with extension stop (Correct answer)
- Elastic wrap compression brace
- Counterforce elbow strap
Correct answer: Hinged elbow brace with extension stop
A hinged elbow brace with an adjustable extension stop mechanically limits hyperextension while allowing full flexion.
Question 4: In a closed basket-weave ankle taping, stirrups are applied in which direction?
- From lateral malleolus upward to medial malleolus
- From medial aspect of the heel, under the foot, up to the lateral leg (Correct answer)
- From anterior to posterior across the ankle joint
- From the arch upward to the mid-calf
Correct answer: From medial aspect of the heel, under the foot, up to the lateral leg
Stirrups run from the medial leg, under the heel, and up the lateral leg to prevent inversion.
Question 5: An athlete has a first-degree acromioclavicular sprain. Which taping approach best limits AC joint movement?
- Shoulder spica taping
- AC joint taping using a donut pad and downward force on the clavicle (Correct answer)
- Rotator cuff taping with elastic tape
- Sling and swathe compression wrap
Correct answer: AC joint taping using a donut pad and downward force on the clavicle
AC joint taping uses a felt donut pad over the AC joint and tape strips to apply downward pressure on the distal clavicle.
Question 6: What is the recommended skin preparation step before applying adhesive tape directly to the skin?
- Apply petroleum jelly to the entire area
- Clean skin with alcohol wipe and allow to dry completely (Correct answer)
- Apply ice to reduce vasodilation
- Shave the area and immediately tape without further prep
Correct answer: Clean skin with alcohol wipe and allow to dry completely
Cleaning with alcohol removes oils and sweat, and allowing the skin to dry ensures maximum tape adherence.
Question 7: Which type of tape is MOST appropriate when the goal is dynamic support that allows some controlled movement?
- Linen-backed non-elastic tape
- Rigid zinc oxide tape
- Elastic adhesive bandage (EAB) (Correct answer)
- Moleskin padding tape
Correct answer: Elastic adhesive bandage (EAB)
Elastic adhesive bandage provides dynamic support by stretching with movement while still offering compression and mild restriction.
ATC Taping and Bracing 2
Which taping technique is most appropriate for managing plantar fasciitis in an athlete?