Kinesio Taping

We have all seen those colorful bits of tape that are intricately placed all over athletes, but you may not have known what it was. You may have thought to yourself, is that actually helping them? The answer is yes, and this new therapeutic method is a way to help sports injuries and keep athletes in the game.

So what is kinesio tape exactly? Well, it is a tape that when it is applied to your ligaments it can help correct any problems due to injuries or prevent further injuries from happening. It is able to change the tone of your ligament, move lymphatic fluids, and also correct any movement patterns that have been ruined due to injury. Kinesio tape will help alleviate pain associated with your injury. When it comes to lymphatic fluids, kinesio tape will help with the moving and draining of it to help you get back to normal!

Kinesio tape allows you to continue training or playing sports while recovery from your injury. The tape’s light-weight design is also key in allowing you to remain active while recovering. When using the kinesio tape, many different body systems are impacted. The tape triggers everything from your circulatory system to your neural system to your muscular system. This is what makes kinesio taping so unique. Kinesio tape will trigger the neuromuscular feedback that allows the muscles to fire stronger than it previously did.

If you have been nursing an injury for a while and are itching to get back on the field or court, ask your physical therapist about the benefits of using kinesio tape. Kinesio tape is able to stay on for days and is great for patients of all ages. At Lake Country Physical Therapy & Sportscare, PC, their kinesio taping certified physical therapists will teach you the correct way to apply the tape if it is the best option for you.

Lake Country Physical Therapy & Sportscare PC offers the very best physical therapy in Ontario County. We treat all your wants and needs with our trusted and experienced Physical Therapists and staff. To begin to feel pain and stress free, start your Physical Therapy journey today and schedule your evaluation by calling (585) 396-1400.