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Kinesiology Tape

Kinesiology tape
What is it?
It is an elastic, adhesive tape which is not restricting like athletic tape. A good kinesiology tape allows for multiple consecutive days of wearing (5-7 days). It is available in a variety of different colors and patterns. These colors and patterns do not indicate that the tape is different from another in any way, but purely for the wearer’s enjoyment and preference. Yes, you can wear it in the shower, pool, hot tub, and work outs without having it come off easily.
Belly Band for Pregnancy Support

How does it work?
Kinesiology tape reduces pain. It does this by alleviating discomfort and facilitating lymphatic drainage by microscopically lifting the skin. This lifting affect forms convolutions (wrinkles) in the skin which increases interstitial space and allowing for a decrease in inflammation, reducing pressure while enabling a more effective flow of blood and lymphatic fluid in and out of the target area.
Decreases fatigue in muscles by stimulating muscles around a rehabbing area to step in and begin working correctly again.
Normalizes muscle tone by waking up muscles and calming down overactive muscles which allows tissues to heal properly.
Kinesiology tape distributes stress throughout the body. Using it’s elastic and recoil properties, kinesiology tape can distribute stress to other tissues and even bone. Yes, it can help improve posture by this gentle elastic reminder, too!

What conditions would I put kinesiology tape on?
Pain associated with pregnancy
Swelling and Edema
Achilles tendonitis
Plantar fasciitis
Jumpers knee (PFS)
ACL/MCL issues
Rotator cuff
Groin and hamstring pulls
Lower back issues
Post Surgery
Sprains/Strains Shin splints
Tennis and golf elbow
Postural correction
Skin & abrasion protection


What type of kinesiology tape do we use in the office?
RockTape (www.rocktape.com) is our preferred kinesiology tape in the office. It is 97% cotton and 3% nylon. The adhesive is a hypo-allergenic, acrylic-based and contains no latex. It has the best adhesive life for our patients, and also has very little-to no reactions. Dr. Jeni has reactions to adhesives, and she does not react to RockTape.

How do you put it on?
There are different patterns and ways to putting on kinesiology tape. This mostly depends on what is being taped and what condition is being treated. Because the tape is elastic, it is important not to have it too stretched because blisters can develop if it has been applied improperly. Blisters can also occur if the tape is taken off prematurely.


Additional Relievers

We also like to use RockSauce (warming gel) and RockSauce Chill (cooling gel) in conjunction with kinesiology tape if we’re addressing a pain condition. These are a warming or cooling gel which works with the tape. While other gels will soak in to the tape and not be helpful, RockSauce/RockSauce Chill still provides benefits with the tape. The two together can create a pain patch, almost, and provide greater relief together.

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