The McConnell technique is one of the most popular taping methods for supporting your knee with sports tape. For proper kneecap alignment, this method requires a rigid tape like the Kinesio Tex Classic and a two-inch roll of 1 ½-inch-wide adhesive gauze to protect the surrounding skin. Start the taping session by sitting with your leg extended out in front of you with a slight bend. Next, cut two pieces of gauze and place them across your kneecap before positioning the tape in the middle and pulling it over your inner knee. In the same motion, press the inner knee soft tissue toward your kneecap, securing the end of the sports tape on your kneecap's inner edge. Usually, you can keep the tape on your skin for 18 hours.