Kinesiology Taping
What is Kinesiology taping?
Kinesiology tape is a really elastic, water resistant tape which mimics the skins elasticity.
When applied the tape recoils slightly which causes the skin to lift allowing space between it and the underlying tissues; this is said to alleviate pain and increase lymphatic drainage, helping heal the issues.
Why use it?
The benefits of using kinesiology tape include:
Reduction of pain and inflammation
Optimisation of performance
Injury prevention
Improved circulation and healing
Retraining muscle firing patterns
What can it be used for?
Kinesiology tape can be used to:
Treat injuries- i.e. whiplash
Support weak areas- i.e. wrists, knees and ankles
Increase awareness- i.e. in hypermobile joints
Re-educate movement patterns
Enhance performance
Reduce swelling
Manage scar tissue
