The Use Of Kinesiologie Tapes In Treatment Of Acute And Chronic Injuries

By Author: Andy Sowards
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Athletes were seen wearing colourful strips all over their bodies. They were using these tapes to provide support to their injured muscles. They were discovered and introduced by a Japanese practitioner. The tapes were at first being used by practitioners but they spread out to even clients and patients who use them directly.

Advantages of kinesiology tape compared to ordinary tape

These tapes have many advantages compared to the standard ordinary tapes that were in existence before.

1. These tapes do not inhibit the normal movement of joints and muscles. Ordinary tapes do not allow the free motion of joints and muscle thereby leading to accumulation of fluids beneath the skin.

2. They have a long durability period compared to that of ordinary standard tapes. Kinesiology tape can last up to 5 days on the injury while ordinary tapes are removed immediately after the game or event.

3. These tapes do not lead to accumulation of body fluids while ordinary tapes accumulate fluids leading to swelling of muscles and body parts

Kinesiology tape is usually made of cotton material. This material ...
... is effective in removing any moisture that may appear on the injury thus preventing the possibility of a skin rash occurring. The cotton nature also enables the injury to stay comfortable. It is also water-proof in nature thus no water actually reaches the injury.

The layer of glue also provides support for the tape to stick firmly on the injury. The durability period of up to 5 days provides time for the injury to cure and also eliminate the hustles of changing tapes every time. The acrylic adhesive material is also a feature that the ordinary standard tapes never had. Gyms and work out joints are equipped with these tapes because they can be used for any type of injury that may occur.

Kinesiologie tape is cheap and can be afforded by many people because a roll can contain 6 tapes. However, consulting a qualified practitioner is advised before applying the tape on the injury so as to avoid complications. No chemicals are added when applying the tape thus its technique of treatment is purely natural.

Kinesiology tape is currently one of the best forms for the short term treatment of chronic and acute pain. It is widely spread across the globe and it is highly recommended by physiotherapist. This method of using tapes is considered as an alternative treatment to drugs which in one way or the other is much more expensive with more side possible side effects compared to using tapes which are cheap and readily available. There are also online tutorials which a patient may use to tape their own injuries.