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Finger taping

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Removed User 12 Oct 2008


Never done it before but strained a couple of finger ligaments at the wall last week so figure I should start.

I'm sure it has been done on here before. Anyone care to direct me to the relevant thread/article?
 AndyM-LVB 12 Oct 2008
In reply to Removed User: The general consensus seems to be that taping is good to help recover from injuries, but doesn't help to prevent them..
I used taping on both my finger injuries, and I think it helped.
Just avoid any crimping etc.
 AndyM-LVB 12 Oct 2008
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> I'm sure it has been done on here before. Anyone care to direct me to the relevant thread/article?

Use the search facility!
 UKB Shark 12 Oct 2008
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Your priority should be to getting them fully recovered rather than finding ways to strap them up to carry on climbing. If they get bad you will always be susceptible to re-injury.

Rest and icing are key. Stuff on Dave Macs website about cold water treatment.
 mark s 13 Oct 2008
In reply to Removed User: if you've done a tendon as simon says,taping is not the answer.keep off the rock.i did a pulley in may and didnt climb for 2 months.it still hurts now and then but i'm reluctant to tape it as i think it will get stronger with out supporting it.

bottom line is rest it.dont be tempted to climb.

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