Sports taping
What is Sports taping?
Kinesiology tape is a flexible adhesive tape used in sports and therapeutic settings. It provides support to muscles and joints aiding with injury prevention. The tape is applied directly to the skin, and its elastic properties mimic the flexibility of human skin. Kinesiology tape is recognised for its benefits in muscle and joint support, and improving range of motion.
Rigid taping is a non-elastic adhesive strapping tape used to provide support and stability during physical activity. It aims to restrict excessive movement while allowing enough flexibility for normal range of motion, aiding in injury prevention and enhancing performance.
The benefits of Sports taping include:
- Enhanced Joint Stability: Kinesiology and rigid sports taping can help stabilise joints, reducing the risk of injury during physical activity.
- Improved Proprioception: Taping techniques can enhance proprioceptive feedback, promoting better body awareness and coordination.
- Pain Relief: Taping can alleviate pain by providing support to injured or overused muscles and joints.
- Facilitated Muscle Activation: Taping techniques can assist in activating specific muscles, aiding in rehabilitation and performance enhancement.
- Reduced Swelling: Kinesiology tape’s lifting effect can assist in reducing swelling by improving fluid drainage and facilitating the body’s natural healing processes.
- Injury Prevention: Taping can help prevent injuries by supporting vulnerable joints and muscles, especially during high-intensity activities.
- Enhanced Performance: Taping techniques may improve biomechanical efficiency, allowing athletes to perform at their best.
- Complementary Therapy: Kinesiology and rigid sports taping can complement osteopathic treatments by providing additional support and stability during the healing process.
*Remember, everyone is different, and the benefits of Kinesiology taping treatment may vary. It’s essential to speak with our team to determine if it’s right for you.
What conditions can Sports taping help with?
Sports taping can be used to help manage and treat a wide range of conditions, including:
- Muscle strains
- Ligament sprains
- Joint instability
- Tendinopathies
- Oedema (swelling) and bruising
- Proprioception
- Sports injuries
- Pain reduction
