Kinesio tape in Kahramanmaraş
A supportive method used together with exercise, in which elastic cotton tapes are applied to the skin in a set direction and tension to try to reduce pain, support muscles and joints and help swelling disperse.
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What is kinesio Taping?
Kinesio taping applies breathable, adhesive cotton tapes that can stretch to nearly one and a half times their length to the skin. Unlike classic athletic tape, it does not fix the joint; by gently lifting the skin without limiting movement, it aims to affect circulation and sensory input in the area, support the muscle or act as a posture reminder. The shape of the tape (I, Y, X or fan), the direction of application and the tension vary with the goal; fan-cut tapes are used for oedema and lymphoedema. Shoulder, knee, back and neck pain, tendon problems, swelling after a sprain and support for athletes are the most common uses. Scientific studies show kinesio tape usually has a small, short-lived effect on pain and function, and in most cases no clear advantage over sham (placebo) taping or other treatments has been shown. It should therefore be considered not as a treatment on its own but as a support alongside exercise and other physiotherapy methods.
How is kinesio Taping done?
- Examination and assessment of the cause of the pain or problem
- Choosing the tape shape, direction and tension according to the goal
- Cleaning and drying the skin; trimming hair if needed
- Applying the tape with the muscle in a stretched position, and rubbing the adhesive to warm it
- Information on how long to keep the tape on and how to remove it
Who is kinesio Taping suitable for?
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