A small patch contains great energy

When watching sports games, we often see athletes wearing plaster-like patches on their bodies. Some people may feel curious, while others may know something about it. In fact, the patches they wear are called Kinesiology patches. Today, let us learn about the magical Kinesiology patches.

What is Kinesiology Tape? Kinesiology Tape is an ultra-thin, breathable elastic tape with different widths, colors and elasticity. It can be cut into different shapes as needed and applied to the skin, muscles and joints that need treatment. The main function of Kinesiology Tape is to treat joint and muscle pain, and it is widely used in sports health care and protection.

The Origin of Kinesiology Tape

In the 1970s, Japanese chiropractor Kase Shigeki invented Kinesiology tape and corresponding therapy by combining the characteristics of traditional white tape and McConnell tape.

The efficacy of Kinesiology Tape

1. Reduce edema

2. Relieve pain

3. Improve circulation

4. Support and protect joints

5. Excite and relax muscles

6. Support relaxation training of soft tissue

7. Correct incorrect biomechanics

Advantages of Kinesio Tape: 1. It has excellent elasticity;

2. Lightweight and easy to operate;

3. Good adhesion. The elasticity and adhesion of the patch itself can produce a pulling or compressing effect on the skin, thereby achieving the effects of fixing, supporting, promoting and relaxing.

4. No pain;

5. Greatly reduce skin allergies or maladaptation;

6. Allow the treated area to move naturally;

Indications for Kinesio taping technique: 1. Cervical spondylosis;

2. Muscle strain;

3. Skeletal muscle system diseases and muscle injuries, such as knee arthritis, limited mobility after knee surgery, etc.;

4. Various sports injuries, such as ankle sprains, muscle strains, etc.;

5. Periarthritis of shoulder;

6. Tennis elbow;

7. Control scar regeneration;

Kinesiology patches in different shapes and their effects: Shape I: It can support and relax muscles and relieve pain.

Y-shape: can adjust muscle tension, promote circulation and metabolism, and properly relax tense and swollen muscles.

X-shape: Promotes blood circulation and metabolism, and can have an analgesic effect.

O-shape: Maintain muscle tension, promote circulation and metabolism, and reduce atrophy of soft tissue caused by long-term fixation.

Claw shape: can reduce swelling.

Lantern shape: good fixation effect, can promote lymphatic drainage and improve edema.

After learning about Kinesiology tape, everyone must be amazed that this seemingly ordinary patch has so many magical effects. However, in order to use Kinesiology tape well, you still need to conduct a professional assessment of the patient first, understand the starting and ending points and direction of the muscles, and understand the purpose of taping. Therefore, everyone needs to proceed under the guidance of a professional.