Kinesio Taping

Kinesio Taping in Springfield VA

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What is Kinesio Taping?

Kinesio Taping is a technique based on the body's own natural healing process. This Kinesio Taping exhibits its efficacy through the activation of neurological and circulatory systems. This method basically stems from the science of Kinesiology, hence the name "Kinesio". Muscles are not only attributed to the movements of the body but also control the circulation of venous and lymph flows, body temperature, etc. Therefore, the failure of the muscles to function properly induces various kinds of symptoms.

What does it do?

Kinesio Taping gives support and stability to your joints and muscles without affecting circulation and range of motion. It is also used for Preventive Maintenance, Edema, and Pain Management.  The Kinesio Taping Method is applied over muscles to reduce pain and inflammation, relax overused tired muscles, and to support muscles in movement on a 24hr/day basis. It is non-restrictive type of taping which allows for full range of motion and can be worn up to 3-5 days without the need for re-taping.  You can shower, exercise, and play sports with kinesio tape without the tape coming off.  At NOVA Chiropractic & Wellness we incorporate the use of kinesio tape in our treatments to aid in and speed up the healing process. 

Kinesio tape has the ability to:

•    Re-educate the neuromuscular system
•    Reduce pain
•    Enhance performance
•    Prevent injury
•    Promote good circulation and healing

Muscle Relaxtion	Vs	Muscle Facilitation
Apply tape from the end of the muscle to the beginning (Insertion to Origin)		Apply tape from the beginning of the muscle to the end (Origin to Insertion)
Used to relax tired or overused muscles (therapy)		Used to stimulate weak or underused muscles (rehabilitation)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What can kinesio tape be used for?

Kinesio Tape is used for anything from headaches to foot problems and everything in between. Examples include: muscular facilitation or inhibition in pediatric patients, carpal tunnel syndrome, lower back strain/pain (subluxations, herniated disc), knee conditions, shoulder conditions, hamstring, groin injury, rotator cuff injury, whiplash, tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis, patella tracking, pre and post surgical edema, ankle sprains, athletic preventative injury method, and as a support method.

Who uses kinesio tape?

For the first 10 years, orthopedists, chiropractors, acupuncturists and other medical practitioners were the main users of Kinesio Taping. Soon thereafter, Kinesio Taping was used by the Japanese Olympic volleyball players and word quickly spread to other athletes. Today, Kinesio Taping is accepted by medical practitioners and athletes in Japan, United States, Europe, South America and other Asian countries.  At the past summer olympics in China, athletes such as Kerry Walsh and many others used kinesio tape to get them going.  Some of the biggest  names in professional sports use kinesio tape such as Serena Williams, David Beckham, and Edgerin James.