If you’ve spent time on a pickleball court—whether battling your way through a UTR Sports pickleball tournament or playing friendly matches at your local club—you know how easy it is to develop elbow pain. Pickleball’s repetitive swings, reactive volleys, and short dinks can put extra stress on tendons and muscles around the elbow, leading to pain that can sideline even the most dedicated player.
That’s where KT Tape can be a game-changer. With KT Tape, the Kinesiology Tape Partner of UTR Sports, you can manage your elbow pain and keep your game going strong.
Why KT Tape Works
KT Tape is an elastic sports tape designed to provide lightweight, comfortable support without restricting your natural range of motion. Unlike a traditional brace, it’s water resistant, doesn’t restrict your movement, and can be worn for days. When applied correctly, it can help relieve pressure, increase circulation, and support the muscles and tendons that get overworked from hours on the pickleball court.
Whether you’re dealing with general elbow pain, tennis elbow, or golfer’s elbow, the basic taping technique is the same. Check out this video tutorial to see exactly how to apply KT Tape for elbow pain in just a few minutes:
How to Apply KT Tape for Elbow Pain
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Prep your skin: Clean and dry your elbow area thoroughly so the tape sticks well during long matches or practice sessions.
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Position the first strip: Anchor the tape below your elbow, then stretch it over the sore area with about 80% tension. Lay the ends down with no stretch.
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Add support: Apply a second strip in an X-pattern or slightly angled to add extra support where its needed the most.
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Finish strong: Rub the tape to activate the adhesive. Good taping will last through multiple games and even withstand showers.
Pickleball Ready
Of course, taping works best when combined with rest, good warm-ups, and proper technique and equipment. If you want to stay on court longer, take care of your body before small pains grow into big setbacks.
Try KT Tape for your next game, and if you’re looking for a more competitive setting, be sure to check out UTR Sports’ full calendar of tournaments here.
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