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Wrist Taping

Learn how to support hypermobile wrists with kinesiology tape

Follow our step-by-step kinesiology taping guide — at home.

CureTape — How to tape hypermobile wrists

Do you experience soreness along the sides of your wrist, either near the thumb or the pinky, or do you struggle with a hypermobile wrist joint? This taping method may help provide relief and give your wrist a more stable and supported feeling.

This wrist taping technique offers solid support and can help ease discomfort in the ligaments on either the thumb or pinky side of the wrist.

This taping application can help with:

  • Improving wrist mobility
  • Providing support to the wrist ligaments
  • Pain
  • Stabilizing the wrist joint
  • Swelling

This taping technique can be used for:

  • Hypermobile wrist joints
  • Pain on the pinky side of the wrist (ulnar collateral ligament)
  • Injury or discomfort on the thumb side of the wrist (radial collateral ligament)

Jump to: Preparation  ·  Measuring & cutting  ·  Application

Benefits

This taping method may help with:

Relieve pain

Reduce tension and discomfort in the affected area

Support the tissue

Gentle stabilisation during movement and recovery

Improve movement

More comfortable daily activities during recovery

Support recovery

Allow overloaded tissue to recover while staying active

Conditions

It can be applied for:

Overuse complaints

Pain from repetitive strain or prolonged activity

Acute injury support

Additional stability after sudden strain or sprain

Sports-related pain

Support during training and return to sport

Daily discomfort

Relief during walking, standing, or daily tasks

Video Guide

Kinesiology taping for hypermobile wrists – video instruction

Tips for a successful taping treatment:

Review the instructions carefully before starting to tape.

Check whether the cause of the pain or complaint is clear.

Select the tape color that suits you best.

Avoid applying stretch at the beginning and end of the tape.

Firmly rub the tape to activate its adhesive strength.

Consider possible contraindications before taping.

The tape usually stays in place for about three to seven days.

It is safe to shower while wearing the tape.

Use a little oil to make tape removal easier.

Preparation

Preparation before taping the sides of the wrist

Shape
Cut two short I-strip wrist tapes, each about 10–12 cm long, and round off the edges (anchors)
Number of strips
2
Technique
Ligament method (applied with stretch)

Measuring

Measuring and cutting the tape

 

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Measure & Cut

  1. Measure the wrist circumference for two short I-strips, leaving a gap roughly the width of three fingers.

Application

Applying wrist tape for hypermobility or side wrist pain


When applying wrist tape, it’s often helpful to ask someone to assist you in placing the tape correctly.

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  • Tear the backing paper of the first small I-strip in the middle and apply the tape with stretch.
  • Keep the hand and wrist in a neutral position and first apply the small I-strip on the thumb side. Apply stretch through the middle section of the tape and place it across the attachment of the radial collateral ligament (ligament technique).
  • Place the two ends (anchors) without stretch toward the top and bottom of the wrist. Leave a gap of about two fingers on the opposite side of the wrist (ulnar side). Rub the tape firmly to secure it.
  • Apply a second I-strip in the same way over the ulnar collateral ligament, placing the anchors without stretch toward the radius. Activate the tape by rubbing it well.

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Christina’s advice on taping a hypermobile wrist

When taping your wrist, it’s crucial to choose a tape that provides strong adhesion and support. That’s why I recommend CureTape kinesiology tape. For regular use, CureTape Classic or Art is ideal. However, if you’re engaging in extreme sports or swimming, opt for the extra sticky CureTape Sports variant! I have selected practical, easy-to-follow self-taping applications alongside a few valuable tips from clinical experience. For an optimal recovery, remember to combine this taping with specific wrist exercises, and always consult a physiotherapist or GP if your symptoms persist.

For these self-taping guidelines, I’ve selected applications that are simple enough to apply on your own. To make sure the treatment is carried out safely, I share practical advice you should keep in mind before, during, and after taping. These recommendations come from my many years of hands-on experience. If your symptoms do not improve, always consult a physical therapist or your doctor.

Christina Peter

Christina Peter
Physiotherapist & Taping Instructor

Christina Peter

Disclaimer: Please note: the suggested tape applications and the information on our website regarding the possibilities of the Medical Taping Concept are not yet scientifically proven. The stated claims are based primarily on extensive experience from therapists and users of CureTape® products. No rights can be derived from the content on this website.

Contraindications for not using tape: pregnancy, open wounds, bone fractures, unexplained complaints, allergies and skin conditions, medication use such as blood thinners, thrombosis, and fever. Always consult a medical professional if in doubt.