Taping Accessories

What is the purpose of taping accessories?

The taping accessories refer to the items that facilitate all taping activities that occur before and after the actual tape application; from making a clean cut to making sure it adheres to the body and how it can be removed easily. For physiotherapists, sports therapists and pre-hospital practitioners, it is normally about three items including taping scissors for the proper cut, pre-tape adhesive spray to increase tack and tape removal spray to remove tape without irritating the skin.

These items are not used to tape the individual but ensure proper tape performance and prolong the use of the tape and the protection of the patient's skin.

Taping scissors vs tape cutters: what you need for your taping job

Taping scissors are built to cut tape cleanly and safely, close to the skin, without catching or dragging. Standard taping scissors work well for zinc oxide and rigid strapping tape. Tools to tape, such as a professional tape cutter kit, are made to cut the elastic and adhesive backing on kinesio tape without getting clogged with the adhesive.

Tuff cut scissors sit in a slightly different category. These are trauma shears; they are capable of cutting clothing, bandages, and tape in one swift move. These are used in a paramedic's bag, and that is the reason why they are also referred to as first aid scissors or paramedic scissors instead of taping accessories. In case your bag contains both taping and first aid supplies, you might want to have both sets.

Pre tape adhesive spray vs tape remover spray

These products actually address two conflicting problems, and one should make it absolutely clear what product deals with what problem.

Pre tape adhesive spray, like Tensospray, is used prior to taping for the purpose of making the tape adherent and durable in order to stay on the skin during the period of physical activity.

Tape remover spray does the reverse job. It decomposes the adhesive junction so that the tape or sticky plaster remover could be removed easily without damaging any hairs or skin cells. It is especially important when dealing with patients having thin and sensitive skin.

Using both correctly, adhesive spray before and remover spray after, reduces skin irritation and gets more consistent taping results across a course of treatment.

Building a taping accessories kit

Most clinics and pre-hospital kits benefit from a small, consistent set of accessories rather than buying reactively:

• Taping scissors or a kinesiology tape cut for clean, controlled cuts
• Pre tape adhesive spray where extended wear time or high activity levels are expected
• Tape remover spray for safe removal, particularly with sensitive skin
• Tuff cut or trauma shears where the kit also needs to cover first aid and emergency use

These accessories pair naturally with our Kinesiology Tapes, Zinc Oxide & Fixation Tapes and RockTape ranges.

Ordering for clinics and organisations

trimbio supplies physiotherapy clinics, sports clubs, NHS Trusts and pre-hospital care teams across the UK. If you're restocking kit bags or setting up a new treatment room, get in touch and we can advise on bulk quantities. All orders over £75 ex VAT qualify for free standard delivery, dispatched within 2 working days.

If you're building out a wider mwrap taping kit, take a look at our Underwrap, Micropore, Felts & Foams range, or browse Support & Posture products if you're looking beyond taping for joint support.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between taping scissors and tuff cut scissors?

Taping scissors are designed for precise, clean cuts on tape close to the skin, ideal for kinesio tape and zinc oxide strapping. Tuff cut scissors are trauma shears built to cut through clothing, bandages and tape quickly in emergency situations, which is why they're also sold as first aid scissors or paramedic scissors.

Do I need pre tape adhesive spray for every application?

Not always. Pre-tape adhesive spray, like Tensospray, is more beneficial when the tape will be required to remain adhered during prolonged physical activity, high sweating, or even wearing it for a few days. In some instances, it may not be necessary.

Could the removal of tape spray harm your skin?

No. The function of the tape remover spray is to weaken the adhesive strength so that the tape or the adhesive plaster strips off easily, without any hair or skin being torn out while pulling off the tape.

Is there an option to cut kinesiology tape using regular scissors?\

The scissors may serve, yet there is a specialised tool that is designed for cutting the kinesiology tape due to its structure; in particular, it can cope better with the tape without blunting the blades.

Do you supply kinesiology taping tools accessories to NHS Trusts and sports clubs?

Yes. trimbio is an NHS-approved supplier and regularly supplies NHS Trusts, private clinics, sports clubs and pre-hospital care teams. For bulk orders or purchase order enquiries, contact our team by phone or email.