The Purpose: The purpose of this technique is to limit the range of motion involved with inversion ankle sprains and excessive movements in the talocrural joint.

The Materials:

1. Tough Skin (optional)

2. Lubricated Heel and Lace pads (optional)

3. Pre-wrap

4. 1.5 inch white athletic tape

The Positioning: The Athlete should be positioned on a table or bench, sitting with their foot completely dorsiflexed, hanging off the table or bench to the base of the calf.

The Application:

1. Provide a thin layer of tough skin over the entire area to be taped.

2. Place 1 heel and lace pad at each high friction area.

3. Apply Pre-wrap to the entire area to be taped.

4. Place two anchors immediately distal to the gastroc-achilles tendon junction.

5. Apply three stirrups from medial to lateral and anchor the “horseshoe” strips.

6. Completely enclose leg with horizontal strips.

7. Complete 2 medial and 2 lateral heel locks.

8. Complete a figure 8

9. Cover any holes in the tape job.