Kinesio Taping

Kinesio Tape mimics the human skin and has a variety of therapeutic benefits.   The tape is applied and pulled to different degrees of tension depending on the desired effect and end goal result.  Specific applications are applied over muscles in order to strengthen and give support while maintaining a full range of motion. Other applications lift the skin to form convolutions, increasing the space between the muscle and the fascia and, therefore, reducing swelling.

Can you apply it to yourself?

Kinesio Tape is currently sold over the counter along with many other brands of tape.  The effectiveness of the tape is in the application.  Certified professionals can teach you how to properly apply the tape to get maximum results.  Just putting the tape on your skin can cause skin irritation, have no effect, or even have negative effects.  Camelback Sports Therapy has certified Kinesio Taping Practioners to assist you.