KT Tape Pro 20 Strip Synthetic Precut Kinesiology Tape

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If you’re just getting started and practicing your technique, the original KT Tape is fine. You’ll probably waste some as you learn, so you might as well waste the cheaper cotton tapes. Dynamic tape can be thought of more as having a much stronger mechanical influence,” said Pester. “This type of tape can help unload tendons and provide additional support to painful muscles while still providing a full range of motion.”

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Kinesiology tape applies light pressure to your skin, and as you move around, the tape recoils and that pressure lessens—altering the stimulation you’re experiencing. Unlike basic athletic tape, which is rigid and restrictive to support muscles, joints, sprains, and aches by limiting range of motion, KT tape is made to stretch 40 percent of its original length studies show. In other words, KT tape moves with your body while simultaneously supporting your muscles and joints. It’s a win-win! What is KT tape used for? Update: Since I first did this review, they released a new product called Flex Adhesive Strips. This is a knee-specific tape which contains a flexible stabilizing bar embedded in the tape for added support and stability. You place the strips on either side of the knee as an alternative to a bulky knee brace. I’ll have a review posted soon. Taping for shin splintsSome areas of your body are easier to tape yourself than others, so consider where and how you’ll apply the tape before you buy. Ideally, you should consult a doctor or physical therapist before using kinesiology tape so they can show how to properly cut and apply it in a way that will enhance your performance, instead of harming it. “It is very important to know the anatomy where you are trying to apply the tape,” said Bruce Allen, DC, a chiropractor and certified kinesiology tape practitioner at the San Diego Running Institute. “If taped incorrectly, you could give yourself a separate injury.” Our experts recommend applying rubbing alcohol to the area to remove natural oils before taping up. Make sure the skin is not red or irritated before putting it on, especially if you are reapplying to a recently taped area. “You never want to take the top layer of skin off or irritate the skin or else you cannot re-tape until the skin has calmed down,” Wu said. KT Tape® products are Hypoallergenic, Latex-Free, Natural Rubber-Free! This means that our products have been designed and developed to contain fewer potential substances that can trigger allergic reactions. While our goal is to provide you products that won't cause any irritations, if you are known to have sensitive skin or prone to irritation, we recommend testing a small piece of KT Tape applied with no stretch on tougher skin such as the knee or forearm before utilizing our product line. I guess on the downside, the full-length strips were about 2″ too long, and that adds up to a lot of extra tape used without reason. It’s a special synthetic material which provides better support, lasts 4-7 days, and is waterproof. There are even reflective elements in the tape for added visibility.

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Kinesio Tex Performance+: Made with polyester and cotton, this option is best for sensitive skin when higher tension tape application is desired, says Yu. With so many different methods out there for treating muscle and joint injuries, it can be overwhelming and hard to know what works. One method that has achieved popularity recently has been the use of Kinesiology Tape. If you watch enough of the videos and keep practicing, you should be able to get the basics down. But to be clear, that’s just so you can do some basic taping on yourself. People go to entire seminars just to learn how to apply kinesiology tape! Don’t expect to be good at this on your first try! Testing The KT Tape Kinesiology TapeWith that said, there are a few steps you can expect to follow no matter how or why you're using kinesiology tape. “Before applying tape, the skin needs to be clean, dry, and free of any oil or moisturizers,” Dr. Scarano Ward says. These steps can help you ensure the tape properly adheres to your skin. Lastly, because KT tape has a wide range of uses, there is not a universal rule book for application, says Yu. “Even between injuries you can have different application types, so the inconsistent protocol can be a downfall because there is not one standard way of doing it,” she explains. Types Of KT Tape

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At the same time, it’s not a panacea for muscular health. In fact, it isn’t for everyone. We’re here to help you figure out whether kinesiology tape can help you support your muscles, improve circulation or prevent injury. We’ll also point you toward the best kinesiology tapes you can buy right now, from KT and other brands, based on expert advice from physical therapists who recommend the tape to their athletes. I also taped for shin splints. Not shin splints the serious injury, just the minor shin pain when running.First I went for a trail run and experienced absolutely no shin pain. That was both good and bad, because I was trying to cause the pain! One hard plastic carrying case with twist on lids to keep your tape in good shape in your gym bag or purse However, roll tape is the clear winner when it comes to cost and versatility. With rolls of kinesiology tape, it is possible to cut any length or shape. Essentially, pre-cut and strip tape allows for minimal customization. For those who are either very small or very large, having the ability to cut the tape to any length or shape is beneficial. Kinesiology tape is also cheaper than pre-cut or strips. How to: A doctor will likely put one long strip of KT tape along the bottom of your foot and another across the arch. This is the one endorsed by Olympic gold medalist Kerri Walsh. She calls it “ridiculously wonderful.”