FAQ'S
WHAT IS SURGERY SECRETS SUPPORT TAPE?
Taping is a decades-old rehabilitation strategy used by physical therapists, chiropractors, personal & athletic trainers and other health care professionals to promote healing. One of the most popular tapes on the market is Surgery Secrets Support Tape, a non-latex, cotton tape that stretches with your body. It’s breathable, water-resistant and lasts on your skin for three to five days — even as you shower, ice injuries and engage in regular activities.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Surgery Secrets SUPPORT TAPE lifts and holds skin in place aiding in decompressing the layers of facia, allowing for greater movement of lymphatic fluid and shrinking of the skin. Perfect for loose skin from liposuction, weight loss or pregnancy. When used in combination with compression garments SUPPORT TAPE has shown to speed the retraction of skin. SUPPORT TAPE aids the body’s natural healing process by microscopically lifting layers of skin. This microscopic lifting stabilizes skin, muscles and tissues, helps your lymph system drain excess fluid and reduce swelling; however, unlike traditional athletic tape it doesn’t restrict mobility. Depending how you apply the tape, it can even enhance your range of motion.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF WEARING SUPPORT TAPE?
Holds skin in place aiding in shrinking of stretched skin.
Relieves swelling through decompression which may speed recovery and may reduce discomfort or pain. Increases awareness of your body position to help you maintain proper posture and form.
WHAT IS IT MADE OF?
SUPPORT TAPE is made of 100% cotton fibers with specialized elastic cores made using a highly engineered, ultra-durable synthetic fabric. Surgery Secrets SUPPORT TAPE is specially formulated adhesive is latex-free, hypo-allergenic, and designed to last through humidity, sweat and showers, and multiple days of wear with or with compression garments.
This creates unidirectional elasticity which allows the tape to stretch in length but not in width. As a result, the elastic fibers provide stable support without restricting range of motion.
Surgery Secrets SUPPORT TAPE fibers allow for moisture release which is critical for comfort and wearability. As a result, the tape provides greater comfort over a longer period.
WHEN SHOULD I START WEARING IT?
It is safe to use SUPPORT TAPE immediately after cosmetic surgery. However, quite often the skin is very sensitive combined with a daily massage schedule leads us to recommend starting a routine taping schedule once you are down to 1-2 massages per week or around 4-6 weeks post op. For surgical incisions tapes can be used immediately in combination with a non-stick gauze to protect direct contact with incision but benefit from the compression of the support tapes.
CAN YOU FEEL IT?
Most people who wear Surgery Secrets SUPPORT TAPE can’t feel it after the initial application. SUPPORT TAPE is elastic, so it moves with your body. In that sense, it feels much different than athletic tape, which often has the sensation of pulling your body in a certain way.
HOW DO I REMOVE THE TAPES?
It is never recommend to remove the tapes dry. This may cause unnecessary sensitivity and/or irritations. Please follow our best removal practices in our "How to remove" article.
WHY DO I FEEL PINCHING, ITCHING OR SHARP "BITES"?
This tightness or "pinching" like feeling is due to too much tension when the tapes were applied. This causes friction on the skin which may result in tension blisters. We recommend removing the tapes immediately if you are experiencing these irritations. Allow any blisters to heal fully before reattempting to apply utilizing the proper techniques, as shown on our how to apply vidoes.
WHAT IF I HAVE SENSITIVE SKIN, CAN I USE THESE TAPES?
Surgery Secrets SUPPORT TAPE is formulated with latex-free hypoallergenic adhesive, and are unlikely to cause a reaction. A patch test can be performed by applying a small piece of tape to the neck or behind the ear. Wait 24-48hrs and if no irritation occurs then it is likely to be safe to use anywhere on your skin. If irritation does occur then discontinue use immediately.
WHO SHOULD NOT USE SURGERY SECRETS SUPPORT TAPE?
In general, SUPPORT TAPE is safe to use for almost anyone. However, if you have an open wound or an active infection, you should avoid tape until those issues resolve. SUPPORT TAPE works with your lymphatic system and increases circulation, so it could make some of those conditions worse.
HOW LONG SHOULD I TAPE FOR?
As long as you are compressing and sizing down you will benefit from taping. Supporting your skin as your size reduces will result in firmer smoother skin.
DO I HAVE TO HAVE HAD SURGERY TO BENEFIT FROM TAPING?
No, If your body is changing in size SUPPORT TAPE will aid in skin retraction regardless of whether it is from surgery, weight loss or pregnancy. We do recommend utilizing the power of compression garments in combination with the tapes in order to further your results.