What is McConnell tape used for?

McConnell taping is a tool used in physical therapy to address faulty joint movement, primarily at the patella (kneecap).

How do you tape a dog’s knee?

Put the base of the Y-shaped tape on the front of the upper thigh. Pull back hind legs and put on tape up to the top of the knee joint with 20% tension. 2. With the knees bent, apply one end of the outside of the Y-shaped tape with 20% tension so as to wrap the patella.

How do you fix patellar subluxation?

Nonsurgical treatment includes:

1. RICE (rest, icing, compression, and elevation)
2. nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID), such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)
3. physical therapy.
4. crutches or a cane to take weight off the knee.
5. braces or casts to immobilize the knee.
6. specialized footwear to decrease pressure on the kneecap.

How long can you leave kinesiology tape on?

K-Tape is designed to stay on for an average of 3-4 days. The adhesive is heat sensitive, so your doctor will rub the tape to make sure it is properly adhered to your skin. After 1-2 hours of normal activity, the K-Tape should be properly bonded to the treated area.

Can you use human kinesiology tape on dogs?

Kinesio Tape for Canine can be used on its own or with complimentary therapies to assist in rehabilitation or to address postural changes or musculoskeletal issues.

Can you put athletic tape on a dog?

We do not notice it as often on our dogs though due to their hair. Kinesiology tape has been proven to aid in decreases inflammation from injury, allergic reactions and surgery when applied correctly. If so, kinesiology tape is the perfect way to give your dog additional support without restricting range of motion.

How does McConnell taping work on the patella?

Standard McConnell taping was apply in the lateral-to-medial direction in an attempt to glide the patella medially, such as in this photo: Results of the study showed that patellar taping produced a significant shift of the patella in the inferior direction, not medial.

Why does patellar taping cause a lateral shift?

Think about it, patellar taping in the lateral-to-medial direction did cause a medial shift in the patella for those that were laterally displaced, but it produced just the opposite in people that were medially displaced, the patella actually moved against the direction of taping. Why?

Which is the best way to tape the patella?

•  Improve tracking, reduce lateral overload, reduce lateral subluxa7on –  Apply tape lateral to medial across proximal 2/3rd of patella •  Anchor approx. 3-4 cm below lateral border –  Translate the patella medial into the central aspect of the groove, keeping the tape taut –  Gather posteromedial soh =ssue and anchor tape w/o pulling more 7

What does it mean when your dog’s patella is out of place?

“The term luxating means out of place.” The term luxating means ‘out of place’ or ‘dislocated’. Therefore, a luxating patella is a kneecap that moves out of its normal location. Pet owners may notice a skip in their dog’s step or see their dog run on three legs.