Strapping a Groin Strain
Below is an example of how strapping can be applied for a groin injury. The following sports massage guide is intended for information purposes only. We recommend seeking professional advice before attempting any self help treatment.
What equipment is required?
- A 7cm or 10cm elastic or elastic cohesive bandage.
- 2.5cm non stretch zinc oxide tape
How can taping benefit the rehabilitation of this injury?
- Strapping up the groin can help to protect and support the muscles, preventing further damage.
Step 1:
- Starting on the inside of the thigh to be supported wrap once aroung the thigh applying tension across the front and upwards of the groin.
- Pass the bandage around the back of the waist and around to the front.
- Then pass the bandage around the back of the thigh and around the groin once more applying tension to the front and upwards on the groin.
- Again, pass around the back and repeat this as required or until the bandage runs out.
Step 2:
- Follow the same pattern with a roll of 2.5cm zinc oxide tape .
- Start on the inside of the groin, pass around the thigh applying tension as the tape comes around the groin and up the front of the thigh.
- Pass the tape around the back of the waist, across the front and then back around the thigh to the start.
