From the Vault: What is Kinesio Tape?

AIM Staff
3/27/2015
From the Vault: What is Kinesio Tape?

Kinesio tape is an elastic tape that allows support and stability to be provided to your joints and muscles without restricting circulation and range of motion. This amazing tape is used by athletes world-wide to enhance performance and prevent injury.

Kinesio tape can be helpful in treating a number of conditions, including:

  • Low Back Pain
  • Knee Pain
  • Chondromalacia Patella (Runner’s Knee)
  • Shin Splints
  • Rotator Cuff Injuries
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Bruising
  • Edema (Fluid Accumulation)
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Tennis Elbow
  • Ankle Sprains and Strains

And much more!

If you are interested in trying kinesio tape before your next workout, practice, or athletic event, give us a call.. As athletes of all levels can attest, this stuff is great!

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