Wrist and finger pain: how kinesiology tape will help. Are your fingers and wrists aching? There is a simple and convenient solution.

Pain in the wrist and fingers has long ceased to be a problem only for athletes or musicians. It's all the fault of our daily habits: endless smartphone chats, a work marathon on a laptop, and household chores. Discomfort, which at first seems like nothing, can quickly turn into a big problem.

Silent epidemic: why do our hands get so tired?

Our way of life has changed dramatically over the last decade. Previously, the load on the hands was dynamic and varied, but today it has become static and monotonous. We hold our smartphone for many hours, type on the keyboard, scroll through the ribbon without changing the position of the brush. Muscles and tendons are in constant tension, they lack rest and movement.

According to a study conducted in Japan in 2023, almost one in ten people aged 20 to 60 years experiences pain in the area from thumb to wrist. In terms of the country's population, this is about 7 million people. And if you add here those who feel discomfort all over their wrist, the figure becomes quite impressive. 

This pain is no small matter. Without attention, it can develop into tendonitis, an inflammation of the tendons that can seriously disrupt your usual rhythm and deprive you of the joy of your favorite activities.

What habits increase stress on fingers and wrists

Using a smartphone with one hand is the most "insidious" action. The thumb moves in an amplitude that it is not anatomically designed for. 

Working at a computer — typing with bent wrists puts a huge strain on small tendons and joints. The situation is aggravated by the low seating at the table and the lack of breaks.

Household chores, hobbies, playing musical instruments — all this adds up to microtrauma. Embroidery, gardening, even knitting — everything that we love so much can imperceptibly overload our hands. You feel tension, pain when bending your fingers, and a weak grip.

Is it possible to prevent pain?

Of course, it's important to take breaks, try to hold your smartphone with both hands, and monitor your posture. The habit of kneading your hands, changing your posture and giving up the habit of "sticking" in your phone with one hand helps. But when the pain has already made itself felt, "just rest" does not always help.

If it already hurts, it is important to reduce the load and allow the tissue to recover. This is where the kinesiology tape comes to the rescue, a convenient way to gently support the hand and reduce tendon tension.

Invisible support: how the kinesiology tape works

Imagine an elastic, breathable band that fits like a second skin on your wrist or finger. Its principle of operation is not to lock and immobilize tightly, as a classic bandage does. 

The elastic band acts gently: it does not completely immobilize, but supports the joint, reduces friction and sets the hand in a more physiological position. Thanks to this unloading, the swelling goes away, the pain subsides, and the movements become more comfortable.

The feed works in several directions at once:

- Relieves tense muscles and tendons, taking on part of the load.

- It reminds you of the correct position of your hand, preventing you from making sudden and harmful movements.

- It does not restrict movements, allowing you to lead a habitual lifestyle, play sports and do household chores.

This is not a magic patch, but a smart tool that helps your own body to cope with discomfort faster.

Kinesiology tape is often used for:

- pain when bending the fingers;

- inflammation of the tendons of the thumb;

- tension in the wrist;

- slight stretching;

- the workload due to the computer and smartphone.

What is the special feature of Japanese kinesiology tapes Pro Fits

Breathable structure. The skin under the band breathes freely, sweat does not linger.

Secure fixation. The tape is resistant to water and sweat, will not peel off after washing hands or during workouts.

Elasticity. Perfectly follows the curves of the body without hindering movements.

Hypoallergenic base. Eliminates allergic reactions.

The ideal width. The width of 37.5 mm is considered universal for the wrist and forearm areas. It will provide an optimal support area without discomfort.

Both tapes are exactly the same in quality, width, and properties. The difference is only in length:

The Pro Fits 4.0m Kinesiology tape is perfect to try.

The Pro Fits 4.5 m kinesiology tape is more profitable for regular use.

Choose the appropriate format, both tapes will become reliable assistants for your hands.