{"id":3378,"date":"2022-03-09T17:24:43","date_gmt":"2022-03-09T17:24:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/physio4you.gr\/?p=3378"},"modified":"2022-03-09T17:37:01","modified_gmt":"2022-03-09T17:37:01","slug":"what-is-the-therapeutic-elastic-kinesio-tape-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/physio4you.gr\/en\/what-is-the-therapeutic-elastic-kinesio-tape-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the therapeutic elastic Kinesio tape treatment?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"3378\" class=\"elementor elementor-3378\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5ac12f4 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"5ac12f4\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div 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it even<br \/>for aesthetic reasons. So, imagine how widespread the use of tape is and not<br \/>unfairly we would say.<\/p><p>The name Kinesio tape<br \/>is the name of one of the many brands of these elastic bands. As it is so, it<br \/>would be good to refer to this product as an elastic or kinesiology tape. But<br \/>because Kinesio tape has prevailed and for purely practical reasons we use it<br \/>as Kinesio tape in this article.<\/p><p>So, let&#8217;s see for what<br \/>purposes we use it so much in rehabilitation and more. Let&#8217;s find out what<br \/>these elastic bandages are, what they help with, and where their application is<br \/>intended.<\/p><h2><b>What is taping or KinesioTape?<\/b><\/h2><p>Let&#8217;s start by knowing<br \/>the tape or otherwise Kinesio tape or taping or kinesiology tape. They are all<br \/>the same thing. It simply changes the name of each brand, that can promote its<br \/>logo.<\/p><h3>Elastic tape or taping<\/h3><p>is an elastic self-adhesive tape that can stretch up to 140% longer than its<br \/>original length. The different but also effective use has made it a valuable<br \/>tool in the hands of physiotherapists.<\/p><h3>Taping is the use of<\/h3><p>elastic bandages, which have been used for about two centuries, since 1800.<br \/>Today there are over 50 brands that produce elastic tapes.<\/p><p>But the Kinesio tape was<br \/>developed in the late \u201870s by Dr. Kenzo Kase, a Japanese chiropractor. He was<br \/>looking for a tape that would provide support, but not restrict the movement in<br \/>the way traditional sports tapes were doing until then.<\/p><h2><b>What is the material of the tape?<\/b><\/h2><p>Kase created the<br \/>Kinesio tape with an exclusive blend of cotton and nylon. It is designed to<br \/>mimic the elasticity of the skin so that the person can move in the full range<br \/>of motion.<\/p><h3>The tape adhesive is<\/h3><p>also water-resistant and strong enough and is heat-activated to hold it in<br \/>place on the skin for three to five days, even when the person is exercising or<br \/>showering.<\/p><h3>It is hypoallergenic<\/h3><p>and does not contain latex, reducing the chances of an allergic reaction. We<br \/>must emphasize that there is no physical or chemical difference between the<br \/>colors.<\/p><p>The different designs<br \/>and colors have only the purpose to have a different palette and to match any<br \/>colors of the athlete or the child or to be almost invisible (beige color). It could<br \/>be selected accordingly by the patient or the athlete.<\/p><h2><b>Where is Kinesio tape used?<\/b><\/h2><p>Nowadays, the<br \/>treatment with elastic tape or Kinesio tape, as it is globally known today, is<br \/>another tool in our hands. It is very common in rehabilitation but also in the<br \/>prevention of muscle and joint injuries such as sprains, fractures, tendonitis,<br \/>etc.<\/p><h3>Kinesio tape removes<\/h3><p>stress, tension from the joints creating a rubber effect that modifies movement<br \/>while supporting muscles and tendons.<\/p><h3>It is used in many<\/h3><p>rehabilitation programs for both athletes and patients with orthopedic or<br \/>neurological problems but also children with cerebral palsy or other similar<br \/>problems or deficits.<\/p><h3>It is applied to the<\/h3><p>muscle selected by the therapist and is indirectly proportional to the desired<br \/>result. The way of the application is different for each person depending on<br \/>their needs.<\/p><p>There is a whole<br \/>philosophy and technique behind the placement of the tape and this will be<br \/>attempted to be analyzed below.<\/p><h2><b>Where does the\u00a0application of Taping or Kinesio tape help?<\/b><\/h2><p>When the tape is<br \/>applied to the body, it slightly and gently lifts the skin. This is believed to<br \/>help create a tiny space between the skin and the tissues beneath it.<\/p><p>In a small study of 32<br \/>participants, it appeared that when an elastic tape was applied over the knee,<br \/>the space at the knee joint increased. Also, a similar study applying Kinesio<br \/>tape to the shoulder showed similar effects of increasing space in the shoulder<br \/>joint. Even if the increase is very small it can reduce the chance of<br \/>irritation of these joints.<\/p><p>Taping is generally<br \/>used as a recovery tool as it contributes:<\/p><p>\u2022 pain relief,<\/p><p>\u2022 reducing<br \/>inflammation,<\/p><p>\u2022 relaxation of tight<br \/>muscle groups or joints,<\/p><p>\u2022 improving athletic<br \/>performance,<\/p><p>\u2022 in the stabilization<br \/>of the joints,<\/p><p>\u2022 in support of the<br \/>natural healing process in the body<\/p><p>\u2022 reduce muscle<br \/>fatigue and to<\/p><p>\u2022 to help muscle<br \/>function,<\/p><p>\u2022 to improve posture<br \/>alignment,<\/p><p>\u2022 to improve balance,<\/p><p>\u2022 to organize kinetic<br \/>patterns,<\/p><p>\u2022 to facilitate<br \/>breathing,<\/p><p>\u2022 to improve sensory<br \/>organization,<\/p><p>\u2022 to support ligaments<br \/>and tendons,<\/p><p>To improve lymph and<br \/>blood circulation, and<\/p><p>\u2022 to increase the<br \/>range of motion.<\/p><p>Especially for<br \/>children and pediatric rehabilitation, in addition to all the above, the<br \/>Kinesio tape can also contribute:<\/p><p>\u2022 to improve the<br \/>function<\/p><p>\u2022 to facilitate the postural<br \/>control<\/p><p>\u2022 to facilitate gross<br \/>and fine motor skills<\/p><p>\u2022 to facilitate oral<br \/>motor skills.<\/p><p>We can use this technique<br \/>in many different diagnoses. Such is cerebral palsy (hypotension or<br \/>hypertension), plagiocephaly or flat head syndrome, in where there are tight,<br \/>weak, inflammatory muscles or muscle pain but also in any other motor-sensory<br \/>disorder were deemed necessary by the specialized pediatric physiotherapist.<\/p><h2><b>What are the precautions\u00a0of the Kinesio tape application?<\/b><\/h2><p>Generally, it is very<br \/>well tolerated by patients and there are not many contraindications but for the<br \/>application, precautions should be taken if:<\/p><p>\u2022 there have been<br \/>previous reactions to the film,<\/p><p>\u2022 there is reduced<br \/>sensation or gastrointestinal problems such as severe reflux,<\/p><p>\u2022 there is an allergy<br \/>to film materials<\/p><p>\u2022 there is a<br \/>disturbance of movement and\/or sensation in the affected area.<\/p><p>\u2022 there is an open<br \/>wound or trauma<\/p><p>\u2022 in active cancer<\/p><p>\u2022 the patient has a<br \/>thrombosis<\/p><p>\u2022 has open sores,<br \/>irritation, rash, or infection of the area to be applied<\/p><p>\u2022 has a history of<br \/>hypersensitive skin or pre-existing skin conditions (psoriasis, eczema,<br \/>dermatitis).<\/p><p>\u2022 deep vein thrombosis<br \/>(DVT) is suspected,<\/p><p>\u2022 takes<br \/>anticoagulants,<\/p><p>\u2022 has diabetes,<\/p><p>\u2022 has venous<br \/>insufficiency<\/p><p>\u2022 has peripheral<br \/>neuropathy<\/p><p>\u2022 is a newborn in the<br \/>ICU<\/p><h3>In any case, remove<\/h3><p>the tape if you see redness on the skin around the tape that remains for more<br \/>than twenty-four hours. In the beginning, it is normal to have a little redness<br \/>as there is an increase in perspiration in the application area.<\/p><h3>The material of the tape<\/h3><p>is hypoallergenic and completely permeable to air. In addition, it allows the<br \/>skin to which it is applied to breathe. However, if you notice blisters or<br \/>severe itching it will also be removed immediately as there is probably an<br \/>allergic reaction to the glue or tape material.<\/p><h3>If any of these occur,<\/h3><p>especially if applied to a child, it is a good idea to contact your therapist<br \/>or your doctor immediately. However, usually after the removal of the tape,<br \/>there are no other symptoms and the skin returns completely in a few hours.<\/p><h2><b>How is Kinesio tape\u00a0applied?<\/b><\/h2><p><b>The Kinesio tape is<\/b><br \/>applied to the affected muscle in a stretching position from the beginning of<br \/>the muscle to the appropriate point chosen by the physiotherapist for the best<br \/>result.<\/p><p><b>The skin must be dry<\/b><br \/>and clean so that there is nothing to impede the firm placement of the tape.<br \/>Properly covered, it will withstand a lot of adverse conditions for up to five<br \/>days.<\/p><p><b>Once the application<\/b><br \/>is done, it has to be rubbed a little on the skin, carefully without touching<br \/>the edges of the tape. This will activate the glue which is sensitive to heat<br \/>but also to pressure and will stick better.<\/p><p>Be careful, we must<br \/>not heat the tape with any kind of heat (hairdryer, etc.) except with our<br \/>hands. In any different case, the glue will stick too much to the skin and will<br \/>not be easily removed.<\/p><h2><b>How to remove\u00a0Kinesio tape?<\/b><\/h2><p>The tape comes out<br \/>easier when it is wet. You can also apply any oil or baby oil to the tape and<br \/>let it soak.<\/p><p>Watch for skin<br \/>problems around the area and redness under and around the tape. It may be<br \/>normal as the tape increases circulation but should go away within 24 hours.<\/p><p>If the redness lasts<br \/>longer or has blisters at that point on the skin or severe itching, the Kinesio<br \/>tape should be removed immediately.<\/p><p>You can take a shower<br \/>or a bath. The tape will absorb water but will dry in about 20 minutes. Do not<br \/>rub it, as this will cause the edges to unstock.<\/p><p>Do not use a hairdryer<br \/>to dry the film as the heat will harden the glue and it will be very difficult<br \/>and painful to remove it.<\/p><h2><b>How does elastic\u00a0tape or Kinesio tape help the recovery<\/b>?<\/h2><p>When the tape is<br \/>applied to the affected muscle, it lifts the skin. This creates a small space<br \/>between the muscle layers and the skin. Thus, the pressure of the injured<br \/>muscles is reduced, and as a result, we have a reduction in pain, a reduction<br \/>in local acute inflammation, and more free muscle movement.<\/p><p>Lifting the skin<br \/>stimulates the removal of waste products and increases the supply of oxygen to<br \/>the muscle tissue so that it can regain muscle strength.<\/p><p>It should be<br \/>emphasized here that the benefits can be many but only the correct placement<br \/>brings the desired results. So do not try to install it yourself if you do not<br \/>have the appropriate knowledge.<\/p><p>So, let&#8217;s see how it<br \/>works in the tissues and how it differentiates pain and inflammation.<\/p><h2><b>What is the\u00a0<\/b><b>mechanism behind the taping that works as a recovery?<\/b><\/h2><p><i>It changes the pain<\/i><\/p><p>Numerous studies have<br \/>shown that applying elastic tape can actually reduce pain and lead to faster<br \/>recovery or function facilitation even after surgery.<\/p><p>Let&#8217;s see what is the<br \/>mechanism that works so positively behind the application of tape.<\/p><p><i>Creates a gap<br \/>between skin and muscle or between the skin and joints.<\/i><\/p><p>All tissues, skin,<br \/>connective tissue, fascia, muscles contain sensory receptors that feel pain,<br \/>temperature, and touch. All of these receptors contribute to susceptibility,<br \/>that is, your brain&#8217;s sense of where your body is and what it is doing.<\/p><p>The elastic tape<br \/>creates a lift that removes the underlying tissues. So, the decompression of<br \/>these tissues changes the aesthetic signals that go to the brain. Thus, the<br \/>brain receives a different signal and responds differently depending on the new<br \/>stimulus.<\/p><p>In this way, when<br \/>there is an elastic tape applied and the pain point is decompressed, if the<br \/>skin is &#8216;lifted&#8217; by the aching or tight muscles, the brain receives the message<br \/>that there is no more pressure so the tension decreases.<\/p><p><i>It changes the pain<br \/>signals from the brain to the area of inflammation<\/i><\/p><p>The mechanism is<br \/>simple. Pressure = pain and decompression = relief. In each case, we cause<br \/>artificial decompression of the area of pain or intense tension and we have<br \/>different information and response from the brain.<\/p><p>So, what we are called<br \/>to try to do to soothe the area and the patient or athlete is to decongest the<br \/>area and help the healing process. Taping is our ally in this endeavor.<\/p><p><i>It can improve<br \/>blood and fluid circulation<\/i><\/p><p>Following an injury, Kinesio<br \/>tape can help improve circulation as well as reduce swelling in the affected<br \/>area.<\/p><p>According to a study<br \/>of 2017, taping can improve blood flow and lymph circulation. Lymph has water<br \/>as the main ingredient. Lymph also contains proteins, bacteria, and other<br \/>chemicals. The lymphatic system is the way the body responds to inflammation<br \/>and regulates swelling and fluid retention.<\/p><p>Helping to improve the<br \/>lymphatic circulation also helps to remove, through it, the useless products of<br \/>the area of inflammation or injury.<\/p><p>In addition to<br \/>removing waste products, it significantly increases the oxygenation of the<br \/>area, which helps increase muscle strength.<\/p><h2><b>Where is Kinesio tape\u00a0or elastic kinesiology tape used?<\/b><\/h2><p><i>As a treatment for<br \/>injuries<\/i><\/p><p><b>As physiotherapists,<\/b><br \/>we use elastic tape as another tool that will help in the quick recovery of the<br \/>patient. It is part of a set of other therapeutic methods of our treatment<br \/>plan, which will be applied to the patient.<\/p><p><b>Research has shown<\/b><br \/>that optimal results are obtained when there is a combination of kinesiotherapy<br \/>or a general rehabilitation program along with tape application.<\/p><p><i>To support joints<br \/>or weak muscles <\/i><\/p><p><b>The application of<\/b><br \/>elastic tape can and is widely used to support muscles or joints that appear<br \/>weak while providing additional support.<\/p><p><b>In many cases of<\/b><br \/>instability of a joint or in tendonitis or in syndromes that show friction<br \/>between muscle groups or joint surfaces, the application of tape is valuable.<\/p><p><i>Retrain muscles or<br \/>joints<\/i><\/p><p><b>The application of<\/b><br \/>elastic tape has been found to help retrain the function of muscle groups that<br \/>have lost the ability to move or even use non-functional patterns to move.<\/p><p><b>This happens very<\/b><br \/>often in neurological patients or in children with cerebral palsy or other<br \/>similar abnormalities. Applying tape in such cases is really valuable in trying<br \/>to retrain normal motor patterns.<\/p><p><b>By using the tape, we<\/b><br \/>help the muscle groups to act in more normal functional patterns. This is a<br \/>valuable tool in our hands.<\/p><p><i>Scar\u2019s management<\/i><\/p><p>Elastic tape is not allowed<br \/>on open wounds. However, today there are scientific sources that it seems that<br \/>the application of elastic tape can also improve the long-term appearance of<br \/>scars after injury or surgery.<\/p><p><b>Never apply the tape<\/b><br \/>yourself in any such case before consulting your doctor. What is good for<br \/>someone is not necessarily good for everyone.<\/p><p><i>Restoration of<br \/>tissue and joint alignment<\/i><\/p><p>Successfully used as a<br \/>therapeutic tool by specialist physiotherapists in the rehabilitation of<br \/>pediatric, geriatric, orthopedic, neurological, oncological, and other patients<br \/>in daily and home therapy.<\/p><p>In any case, the<br \/>application of tape to a patient is an additional tool of rehabilitation. It is<br \/>not applied by people who are not trained because it can be ineffective or even<br \/>painful or with opposite results from what we have tried for.<\/p><p>Knowledge and scientific<br \/>training must always be our priority for the best desired results in our patients.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents We often see,especially athletes, wearing elastic bandages known as Kinesio tape on theirlimbs or torso, of different colors, and in different ways. \u00a0 However, apart fromathletes, we also use them in patients with orthopedic and neurologicalproblems and children with neurological and other disorders. We also see it evenfor aesthetic reasons. 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