Kinesiotape or Neuromuscular Taping: What is it and what is it used for? It is common to see people with neuromuscular tapes on a part of the body. These are the colorful strips that a physical therapist applies, which last between 3 and 4 days. They are called kinesiotape or kinesiotaping, and we want to explain what they are used for and how they should be applied.
Use of Kinesiotape
Although it is sold for home use, it is recommended that kinesiotape be applied by a physical therapist. Depending on the desired result, it must be cut and applied in a specific way. It does not make sense to place the tape anywhere. You need to know how to apply it effectively. The therapist generally places it on the muscles when stretched. By returning the muscle to its natural position, blood supply to the area can be increased. It is commonly used, for example, in an inverted Y shape for knee injuries or quadriceps contractions.
Kinesiotape offers several benefits, such as:
- Improved circulation
- Pain relief
- Helps muscle recovery
- Speeds up recovery from injuries due to its anti-inflammatory effect
Indications
Neuromuscular tapes are used to treat the following conditions:
- Muscular issues
- Circulatory problems
- Neurological diseases
Kinesiotape should be applied on clean skin, with the ends rounded. Its use is safe in most cases, and it is applied to patients with sports-related conditions or individuals suffering from pain (back pain, tendinitis, or joint pain). However, it is not recommended in certain cases, such as when there are open wounds, burns, or very sensitive skin. It is also not recommended for pregnant women or individuals with cancer, as it may increase blood and lymphatic circulation. On the other hand, it is beneficial to place it near a wound, as stimulating circulation accelerates healing.
Neuromuscular tapes come in different colors depending on the desired effect. Pink is used for toning, light blue for relaxation, yellow increases the area’s temperature, black reinforces other colors, and flesh-colored is neutral. Some believe that the color doesn’t matter, as all colors perform the same function.
If you visit a physical therapist with pain, try kinesiotape and discover its benefits.
Neuromuscular tapes are cotton strips with an adhesive part that doesn’t irritate the skin but adheres firmly after application.
It is a natural treatment that helps muscles without immobilizing or restricting movement. They are water-resistant, hypoallergenic, and an excellent way to help the body heal. They originated in Korea and Japan and arrived in Spain in 2000, although this technique had been in use for some time.
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