Kinesiology tape can be used to prevent, but also aid your recovery from a number of injuries. Meglio Kinesiology tape is lightweight and strong enough to stay on even through sweat and humidity.
KT TAPE ANKLE SKIN
Safe and effective design is constructed of latex-free materials and is non-irritating and allergy tested for sensitive skin types.Īll the freedom you need to continue your exercise without restricting your movement.
KT TAPE ANKLE HOW TO
Meglio Kinesiology Tape comes with a FREE How To Guide demonstrating how to apply the tape. The tape has been vigorously tested to ensure that it not only supports tender areas but also stimulates blood circulation and lymphatic drainage for reduced swelling and faster recovery. You will get all the freedom you need to continue exercise or day-to-day activities without restricting your movement. Our Meglio K-Tape is comfortable and stretch nicely on the skin promoting blood flow and increasing mobility. It’s latex-free, constructed from natural cotton which makes it gentle on the skin and suitable for most skin types. The tape is strong enough to defy body movements, perspiration and wet conditions. Hot & Cold Reusable Pack 28.5cm x 15.5cmĭesigned by physiotherapists and sports scientists, Meglio Kinesiology Tape is hypoallergenic, lightweight and flexible.Paediatric Tourniquet Quick Release Button Box of 100.Adult Tourniquet Quick Release Button Box of 100.If you are concerned about treating a sports injury, your best bet is to visit our Treatment section to read doctor-authored advice for individual injuries. Anecdotal evidence of its abilities may reflect a placebo effect it has on users-if people believe it's helping them, it may actually do so. The authors of both reviews concluded that there is insufficient evidence to support the use of kinesio tape to prevent or treat injuries, or to improve strength or range of motion.ĭespite this, many experts believe that kinesio tape may have a positive effect psychologically. None of the studies showed any significant benefits regarding long-term pain alleviation, or improved strength or range of motion.
, 2 A systematic review of the effectiveness of Kinesio Taping-fact or fashion? Eur J Phys Rehabil Med. In 2 systematic reviews that looked at a combined total of 18 studies on the effectiveness of Kinesio tape, 6 to 7 studies indicated there may be some moderate benefits for immediate musculoskeletal pain by using kinesio tape.ġ A systematic review of the effectiveness of kinesio taping for musculoskeletal injury. However, research has failed to back these claims-or at least most of them. Kinesio tape manufacturers and health professionals offer taping suggestions to prevent or treat injuries such as the following:
In addition, some claim that it slightly lifts the skin away from the muscle, which is supposed to help reduce swelling and promote blood flow to the muscle. Kinesio tape, however, has polymer elastic strands woven through the cotton, so the tape is flexible and doesn't impede range of motion when it's applied.ĭespite its flexibility, Kinesio tape is supposed to stabilize muscles and give the athlete awareness of muscle engagement, known as proprioception. The standard white athletic tape that athletes and trainers have used for decades is made from stiff cotton that can help immobilize or stabilize an injured body part.
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