Kinesio Tex Taping
The original Kinesio Tex Taping method was created in 1973 by Dr. Kenzo Kase, a Japanese chiropractor. Its first exposure outside Japan came during the Summer Olympic Games in Seoul, South Korea in 1988, generating international interest. KT was officially introduced in the United States in 1995 and Europe 1996. Nowadays it is accepted by medical practitioners worldwide.
Which condition can be helped?
You name it and we can tape it. Basically Kinesio tape will help with conditions from A to Z and this is not a joke.
The unique qualities of this tape make it very friendly to all types of skin, from paediatric to geriatric. Also Kinesio Tape can be used in all phases of the healing process; from the acute to the rehabilitation phase of an injury.
Conditions like acute or chronic swelling, muscle strains and tendon/ligament injuries, postural problems, pain during pregnancy, neurological and visceral problems can be helped thanks to Kinesio tape and the expertise of the therapist.
But what make KinesioTex Tape so unique?
Unlike other taping methods KT will support and enhance the physiological movements and functions of the part treated instead of blocking it.
This is possible do to the qualities of the texture which make KT similar to the skin in weight, elasticity and thickness. KinesioTex tape is also the ONLY product available guaranteed 100% LATEX free.
How does it work?
Kinesio Tex tape is applied on the stretched skin with different degrees of tension according to the technique the practitioner chooses to use for the treatment.
The recoil effect of the tape and/or the amount of pressure applied will affect the many receptors, microcirculation and lymphatic system reducing pressure and congestion, facilitating or inhibiting muscles, stimulating proprioception.
Who is applying the tape?
Angela Petrocchi at swissphysio not only is an experienced physiotherapist but in October 2008 qualified as an official Kinesio Taping instructor in Albuquerque/ USA. Besides treating her patients she regularly teaches Kinesio Taping courses for other medical and sport professionals nationally and internationally, bringing Kinesio Tape as far as to the Indian cricket team.
Angela with Dr. Kenzo Kaze in Albuquerque
You name it and we can tape it. Basically Kinesio tape will help with conditions from A to Z and this is not a joke.
The unique qualities of this tape make it very friendly to all types of skin, from paediatric to geriatric. Also Kinesio Tape can be used in all phases of the healing process; from the acute to the rehabilitation phase of an injury.
Conditions like acute or chronic swelling, muscle strains and tendon/ligament injuries, postural problems, pain during pregnancy, neurological and visceral problems can be helped thanks to Kinesio tape and the expertise of the therapist.
But what make KinesioTex Tape so unique?
Unlike other taping methods KT will support and enhance the physiological movements and functions of the part treated instead of blocking it.
This is possible do to the qualities of the texture which make KT similar to the skin in weight, elasticity and thickness. KinesioTex tape is also the ONLY product available guaranteed 100% LATEX free.
How does it work?
Kinesio Tex tape is applied on the stretched skin with different degrees of tension according to the technique the practitioner chooses to use for the treatment.
The recoil effect of the tape and/or the amount of pressure applied will affect the many receptors, microcirculation and lymphatic system reducing pressure and congestion, facilitating or inhibiting muscles, stimulating proprioception.
Who is applying the tape?
Angela Petrocchi at swissphysio not only is an experienced physiotherapist but in October 2008 qualified as an official Kinesio Taping instructor in Albuquerque/ USA. Besides treating her patients she regularly teaches Kinesio Taping courses for other medical and sport professionals nationally and internationally, bringing Kinesio Tape as far as to the Indian cricket team.
Angela with Dr. Kenzo Kaze in Albuquerque
Just
a fancy coloured tape?” The answer is: “No but a great tape which in experienced hands can do …magic.”
For more information about courses go to http://www.kinesiotaping.co.uk/index.jsp
For more information about courses go to http://www.kinesiotaping.co.uk/index.jsp