Oct 9, 2018
The claimed effects of Kinesio Tape include correcting muscle function, improving circulation, reducing inflammation, relieving pain, repositioning subluxed joints, and relaxing and supporting muscles and joints. It is commonly used in a therapeutic setting by occupational therapists. It is popular due in part to the endorsement by professional athletes as well as its affordability, accessibility, latex free properties, water resistance, extended wear times, and its unique ability to stretch. Therapists can become certified in applying Kinesio Tape, although the certification is not required. Let’s see how OT’s are utilizing this medium to better the lives of clients. In this study guide you will find;
1. Pilot Study: Investigating the Effects of Kinesio Taping in an Acute Pediatric Rehabilitation Setting – American Journal of Occupational Therapy
2. Perceived Benefits of Kinesio Tape® Compared to Non-Kinesiology Tape and No Tape in Healthy Collegiate Athletes - The Open Journal of Occupational Therapy
3. Effect of Kinesio Taping on Motion, Pain with Functional Performance and Subsequent Quality of Life in Subject with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome - International Journal of Medical Research & Health Sciences
4. The effects of Kinesio Taping on body functions and activity in unilateral spastic cerebral palsy: a single-blind randomized controlled trial - DEVELOPMENTAL MEDICINE & CHILD NEUROLOGY
5. Short-Term Effects of Cervical Kinesio Taping on Pain and Cervical Range of Motion in Patients With Acute Whiplash Injury: A Randomized Clinical Trial - Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy
6. The Clinical Efficacy of Kinesio Tape for Shoulder Pain: A Randomized, Double-Blinded, Clinical Trial - Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy
7. Kinesiology and Elastic Therapeutic taping (ETT) in Paediatrics – C. McInally
8. The Effect of the Inhibition Technique of the Kinesio Taping on the Triceps Surae Muscle after an Isokinetic Fatigue Protocol - MOJ Orthopedics & Rheumatology
9. Taping Guide – Ares Kinesiology Tape