AC joint dislocation - is taping an option?

[estherderu]

dear bikelet,

I presume the tape you are talking about is the rigid therapeutic tape.
There are more than one way of taping, using the non elastic therapeutic tape and using elastic therapeutic tape (known as Kinesiotape).

dear slowsider,
Would always suggest you have your shoulder checked by a physiotherapist first.
You may need more than a tape only.... and assessment results wil indicate which type of taping will be best in your case.
Evidence regarding the effect of both tape types is meager.

[bikelet]

Hi Estherderu,

I should have specified that I meant rigid strapping tape. I am aware that there is more than one way to strap the AC joint, however in my experience using rigid tape is most common. This is a basic technique with the primary aim of offloading the shoulder. While the evidence may not be great, it still might give some acute pain relief.

Slow sider- good to hear that you have gotten to see a physio and all the best with treatment.