But for foot care, it’s an unfriendly form factor; it’s also more tape (and more weight) than I need on a solo trip. Made out of 100% cotton fabric, the porous tape is thin and smooth allowing your skin to breathe, it won't leave a sticky residue and is extremely skin friendly. Just go to the post office and take a handful of label paper people have already peeled off their mailing label from. And sadly it is a complete trash – already after 30min activity the adhesive bleeds through the tape and messes up the socks. The former works better for blisters, while the latter is stretchable and therefore is more ideally suited for joint support.

Quick tip: Field-friendly Leukotape strips for foot care Quick tip: Field-friendly Leukotape strips for foot care

Taping with Leukotape K can achieve pain reduction, improved lymph drainage, improved blood circulation and mechanical correction. Leukoband S EAB can be used to overwrap rigid strapping tapes or secure wound dressings in an emergency. Due to the breathable and antibacterial qualities of zinc oxide tape, it is also recommended by many to prevent blisters.Little to choose between their descriptions other than Classic confirmed as cotton whilst P’s construction is left to the imagination. Leukotape will support the injured area and prevent any unforeseen bumps or contact, thereby helping to alleviate the pain. I wouldn’t let it stop me if the tape was firm or stretchy, just learn to use it either way and things will be good to go. For context, with a single strip I took care of a client’s heel blisters on both feet, both high and low on the heel.

Leukotape® Classic

Some people also coat their feet using Tincture of Benzoin before applying Leukotape to make their skin even stickier, but I haven’t found that to be necessary and just use the tape by itself. The Leukoband® S EAB, with its lightweight, flexible construction, makes this elastic adhesive bandage suitable for preventing injury through stabilization and compression. If you have a local Dr or Dentist, maybe you could stop in and ask if they would save a few for you? I send a newsletter about a half-dozen times per year with new reviews and skill tutorials, and guided trip deadlines and updates.Get up to date information on promotions, new products, upcoming events, training, survey's and industry news. Recommended where an extra-strong rigid strapping tape is necessary to support joints under extra stress. These scissors will allow you to cut the narrowest strips and perfectly rounded corners without fraying. To prevent infection of a blister, a layer of Leukotape will keep out the mud or dirt that is sure to accumulate in your shoes when hiking or ultralight running.