Did you ever wonder what that funny looking tape that was that was worn by many athletes in 2008 olympics in beijing?
The main function of regular sports tape is to provide support and stability to an injured joint or muscle group by immobilizing it. This would be the taping method of choice in cases of severe injury, where any movement of the injured area could result in additional damage. Traditional taping is also indicated in situations where joint instability is so extreme that a tight tape job is necessary to provide additional support.
The elastic properties of kinesiology tape make it unsuitable in situations where extreme support and stabilization are required. On the other hand, this same elasticity allows kinesiology tape to provide outstanding therapeutic benefits in the areas of recovery and rehabilitation. Because it increases both blood flow and lymphatic drainage, a kinesiology tape application can rapidly relieve swelling and inflammation, as well as accelerate the healing process. Other properties allow it to relieve both acute and chronic pain, which all injured athletes welcome. As pain and inflammation recede, normal muscle activation can be restored, returning strength and coordination to injured areas.
Still not sure which one is a definite? heres a breakdown on kinesio tape on how it relieves,stabilizes while providing movement, and endures.
RELIEVES
Provides pain relief for common injuries such as Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, runner’s knee, shin splints, ITBS, hamstring strains, sore calves, neck, back, and shoulder pain and much more.
STABILIZES
Supports sore muscles, joints, and tendons without restricting motion like compression bands or wraps.
ENDURES
Special adhesive lasts up to 5 days.. wow.
Need more info checkout http://www.theratape.com/benefits
Pretty interesting stuff guys--I tried this out on my knee and found it amazing just as many Physical therapists do. Hope you check out results for yourself!
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