Yes. Pretty common thing we use.

any athletic tape is fine for this. I use a 1in width as it tends to lay the best for this application

Certainly.

I've had mixed results with this tape job for catcher's thumb. I've done better with using a small, within-the-hand orthplast splint for that. The tape just doesn't end up being tough enough to withstand the force.

Thank you Brad. Appreciate the response.

Yes, you could. Try to get the tape to lay as flat as you can so you dont give yourself a pressure sore from the tape.

@@bkleineATC ok thanks brad will try in a bit... ive got rock tape or kt tape around, could i use this? Thanks for replying even on an old video

Use of rock tape or kinesio tape is a very different tape job and not tape is I'd advise using for the taping in this video. It is designed for using traditional athletic tape. There are some very good thumb taping utilizing those tapes and they are absolutely an option.

@@bkleineATC ok thanks will look into those, will tell you how it goes hope it helps

Chewujun Chew 1" white athletic tape. Brand is personal preference.

Vanessa Quijada not if you do it properly. The tape needs to be laid down, not pulled into place like many other tape jobs. If circulation is impeded it must be redone.

I use 1" width white athletic tape for this. If you can't find 1", you can split a roll of the standard 1.5" width tape and accomplish the same thing.

I can be helpful. Inflammatory conditions such as trigger thumb often have better success using a compressive, elastic tape instead of the more rigid, inflexible athletic tape. This taping is to restrict particular motions vs. applying compression.

+Brad Kleine thank you for repkying! What kind of elastic tape do you recommend?

I personally use the Hartmann-Conco 2" elastic adhesive tape. There are a lot of brands out there that work well though.

sorrawit hnoo-kaew athletic tape

Janelove XD same thing happened to me i was playing around and stupidly blocked a kick with my hand it struck my thumb

Provided your thumb is merely sprained (jammed), this is the tape job I would perform on one of my basketball players. I'd advise you to practice with it for a while as it will change your hand position when ball handling and shooting.

Brad Kleine thank you so much for replying. I am probably going to try it tomorrow at practice.

Sophie Bolyard i'm really glad you asked this because i'm currently having the same problem!

Sophie Bolyard Same thing happened to me while playing basketball. I just wrapped my hand.

JP Thunder haha same

Yes, this is the same taping I have used on my keepers when they have sprained their thumbs.

This is the same tape job I've done on several of my badminton players and it has worked well for them.

+Brad Kleine Thanks for reply. Btw, since the tape you used in the video has been discontinued, what other brand / type of tape can be use for this tape job?

+Ricky Martin The tape that we used in this video has been discontinued.

Absolutely. That is one of the more common applications.

+Brad Kleine my friends injury in in the middle of the wrist and he needs it strapped for our game in 3 days and he want me to do it so would thus be okay to play with on

Provided it is just a sprain, this is a good application.

+Brad Kleine unknown if it is just a sprain

+aimee marlow It needs to be evaluated by a certified Athletic Trainer or a physician to rule out a fracture in that case. This is both for your friend's protection and yours.

Haha nice

me in throw ball!!!

same

Same i also broke My Right thumb but mine is dislocated its so painfull

+Cassidy Galloway If one of my volleyball players hurt her wrist while diving and I had definitively ruled out a fracture, this is the taping I would do on her. I would advise you to consult with a healthcare professional to help you rule out the possibility of a fracture first, and then utilize the taping during practice and games. It can change your wrist motion so it may affect the accuracy and spin on your serves and spikes so make sure you get some practice time with it before competition.

Not a good application for any athletic tape job as these tapings provide some degree of tissue compression. That is the last thing you want to do with a fracture. It would be much better to be in a splint of some kind. You can find one at most local drug stores.

Ikram Sherza

1.5 inch athletic tape

It could potentially be helpful, but you should have your injury evaluated to determine exactly what the injury is first.

Yes, you can. After about 15 minutes of use the tape will stretch a little and you'll have more thumb movement, but still have the ligament support. I use it with wrestlers often.

Brad Kleine cheers

Brad Kleine sorry to ask again put what type of tape do you use for this

gareth mccomb white athletic tape. 1 inch width

This is not a taping I would do for boxers as the thumb is incorporated in a boxing wrap already.

I have had several basketball players play with this taping on. I recommend you practice with it before playing in a game. It may affect ball handling or your shot.

i gotta say it did affect my shot but overall i was satisfied with the taping job. Thanks!

Happy to help

You should ice it now. If you have a lack of motion or strength in it you should seek medical attention to determine the extent of the injury. Thumb injuries can be very persistent if not treated appropriately and a good diagnosis is essential for a good plan of care. You can obtain the tape for this taping at any sporting goods store once it is safe for you to resume activities.