Taping in Physiotherapy

1. Rigid taping2. Leukotape

3. Kinesio tape

Dr. Kenzo Kase – Chiropractor and acupuncture , 1970’s

International Kinesio taping association (IKTA)

Pain managementOrthopedic,

neuromuscular and neurological conditions

To enhance sports performance

Also used in pediatric conditions

1. Skin function 2. Circulatory and lymph 3. Fascia4. Muscle5. Joint

Increases blood flowBetter control over muscle contractionReduces painFaster healing All effects are modulated and

coordinated by the nervous system by specifically stimulating the sensory motor system

Remove hairNo oil and lotionsAvoid extreme stretching of tapeRub surface to activate tape

Origin to Insertion (O to I)Proximal to distal, 15-35% tensionTo facilitate weak muscle

Insertion to Origin (I to O)Distal to proximal, 15 to 25% tensionTo Inhibit overused muscle

I, X, Y straps

Assessment and Applying tape1.Groin pain

2. Back pain

3. Achilis4. Osgood schaltter disease

5. Calf pain

6. IT band

Pain relief Reduces swelling and inflammation Prevent and/or relieves spasm and cramping Speedier recovery of overused muscles Provides support without restricting ROM Allow athletes to remain active while injured Enhances strength and muscle tone in weak

muscle Psychological benefit

Lack of awareness Costly Require certified Physiotherapist Availability

Kinesio tape in PFPS. Biomed 2008Kinesio tape in shoulder impingement

syndrome. Clinical Rheumatology 2011Kinesio tape in preventing ankle sprain. J

Ortho Sports Phys Ther . 2011

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