KT Tape > Why It Works!

KT Tape (Kinesiology Therapeutic Tape) is the tape used in therapy to relax overused muscles and in rehabilitation to facilitate underused muscles. The wave pattern found on the tape’s adhesive has a lifting effect on the skin which can reduce swelling and inflammation by improving circulation and reduce pain by taking pressure off pain receptors.

Kinesio Taping is a therapeutic taping technique that works with the body allowing full range of motion (ROM). This technique will not adversely affect the bio mechanics of the patient.

Because Kinesiology tape is latex free it’s hypoallergenic and safe to use from pediatric to geriatric populations.

No compression to the skin makes it “light to the feel” allowing comfortable wear over a 3 to 5 day period. The water resistant fabric wicks away moisture and gives the wearer the ability to bathe as normal. Kinesiology Taping works with the lymphatic system to increase circulation of blood and lymph in order to rehabilitate and relieve pain. Used for virtually all clinical conditions.

Found in many sporting goods stores, various methods and video demonstration of Taping can be found on the manufacturer’s website.

Used by Professional Athletes and Olympians to:
Reduce Muscle Pain
Increase Mobility
Enhance Recovery

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Sciatica vs. Piriformis Syndrome

~The main difference between sciatica and piriformis syndrome is in the cause. Sciatica is directly due to a lumbar disc pressing on the sciatic nerve as it exits the intervertebral foramen in the lumbar spine.

~What both of these complaints have in common is that both can produce pain, numbness and tingling below the knee and into the foot.

Signs and Symptoms:
* Deep aching in the buttock and thigh on the involved side. Usually not beyond the knee.
* Pain is often aggravated by sitting, squatting or walking.
* Affected leg is often externally rotated (toes point out) when relaxed, such as when lying face down on the bed with your feet over the end of the mattress.
* Right leg often affected after driving a long distance if the foot has been in external rotation while depressing the gas pedal.
* Often causes low back pain
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~ Many weekend athletes and people who spend long hours sitting are prone to this syndrome. The athlete's cause is primarily due to improper stretching and warm-up exercises as well as overuse during activity. In this case it is most likely that the piriformis muscle is irritated and usually in spasm.

~In the individual who sits for extended periods of time, their primary cause is due to contracture of the piriformis muscle. In this case the piriformis muscle is shortened and does not allow for the smooth movement of the sciatic nerve during leg motion.

~Any treatment plan must include stretching of the gluteal muscles as well as stretching of the piriformis muscles. Your Health/Fitness Professional can help you by instructing you on the proper exercises and stretches to perform. Many Health Professionals may also prescribe some form of massage be performed to the piriformis muscle in the gluteal region in order to relax these muscles.



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