PhysioRoom Kinesiology Tape

Kinesiology Tape is a moveable and stretchy tape that helps to support injuries around your joints. It's best known as an athletic tape and helps to increase your range of motion on your joint when you want extra support. You apply the blue kinesiology tape to the injured area, the tape then applies light pressure to the tissues the tape has been wrapped around. This tape is fine for sensitive skin and weak muscles and doesn't reduce blood flow to the injured area. The application of kinesiology tapes is pretty easy since you just need to use the taping technique recommended by a professional or one that gives you the best support.

Skin needs to be free of oil, sweat, lotion or water prior to applying the tape. Apply the tape one hour prior to sports activity or showering - this allows the glue to adhere fully. Try to avoid over-stretching the tape during application to avoid skin irritation. Reaction to the tape is rare, but new users, or users with sensitive skin, should look for signs of irritation. After application, the tape should be rubbed to activate the heat sensitive glue.