Kinesio Taping

What is Kinesio Taping?

Kinesio Taping has emerged as the rehabilitative taping method within the U.S. and international medical communities. Kinesio Taping, or simply “KT”, is an absolute must-have skill for the committed musculoskeletal practitioner.  The elastic, latex-free tape takes very little time to apply, is long-lasting (stays on 3-5 days) yet easy to remove, and is suitable for patients of every age or condition. KT is extremely versatile in its ability to re-educate the neuromuscular system, promote lymphatic flow, reduce pain, enhance performance, prevent injury, and promote injury resolution.

So who can this help?  Answer = Everyone 

  1. Sports Enthusiasts (Before, during and after event)
  2. Acute Injuries (ex. Sprains, Strains, Contusions, Whiplash, etc.)
  3. Chronic Injuries (ex. Tennis Elbow, Carpel Tunnel, Rotator Cuff, etc.)
  4. Swelling and Edema conditions
  5. Postural Correction  

See what Lance Armstrong has to say.

See article on 2008 Olympian Kerri Walsh.

More on Kinesio and the 2008 Olympics.

Source: http://www.kinesiotaping.com