KT Tape Pro 20 Strip Synthetic Precut Kinesiology Tape

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KT Tape® is the Official Kinesiology Tape Licensee of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams and is used by Team USA athletes in all Olympic Training Centers. You won’t find many research studies on this tape, especially not when it comes to using it to improve athletic performance. But I use it for injury rehab and muscle support, and in that case, all you have to do is try it once and you won’t care about what any studies say anyway. How to tape with KT Tape The tape usually lasts between three to five days before naturally peeling off, but if you want to remove earlier, gently pull or apply lotion around the edges to help loosen the adhesive. Similarly, if you have an injury-prone area, you could tape up with the goal of injury prevention. (No guarantees here, but it usually doesn’t hurt.) Product variety options: Roll (2" wide, XL, XXL, bulk, pro); Pre-cut (18 choices designed for specific body parts); Strips (i-strips, x-spider, y-spider, mini i-strips, mini x-spider, golf tape)

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If you have been to a physical therapist or if you watch a lot of sports, you have probably seen Kinesiology Tape in use. Kinesiology tape is an extremely stretchy tape with strong adhesive. It is typically used to reduce swelling, provide muscle and joint support and/or comfort, and reduce pain. It is common to see it used in sports and physical therapy, where a healing or sore muscle is aided by the tape. The tape lifts the top layer of skin, which is believed to promote blood circulation, reduce inflammation, create more “space” for joints, and sometimes believed to increase performance.When you tune into any athletic competition, it is almost inevitable that you will see someone sporting strips of kinesiology tape in nifty patterns on some part of their body. Whether it's being worn on an Olympic swimmer or high school soccer player, kinesiology tape has made a name in sports as a therapeutic and preventive aid. Now it may sound too good to be true, but KT tape has specific purposes when applied correctly, says Yu. “It’s usually applied in the athletic population, commonly seen in runners with colorful tape along their shins, shoulders, or knees," she adds. "It’s also widely used in the rehab setting for reducing swelling after an operation or injury.” The effectiveness varies on the individual and type of injury, but it’s most beneficial on short-term pain and not a long-term solution, research suggests.

KT Tape Pro® - Kinesiology Tape for Athletes

Knee pain: It’s extremely common in runners, and knee pain is often caused by overuse, arthritis, or weak surrounding muscles in your hip, foot, quad, or hamstring. KT tape can help reduce knee pain by supporting weaker parts of the body, or by lifting muscles and tendons off the kneecap to relieve tension and create more space in the knee joint, per research studies. Other Running Essentials: The Best Running Shoes ● The Best Running Shorts ● The Best Running Accessories Best Kinesiology Tape Be seen. Be safe. KT TAPE PRO synthetic features reflective elements that add even more functions to its form, perfect for use in low light conditions, road training, and reflecting the flash of action-shot paparazzi. AVAILABLE IN 10 COLOURS Depending on who you ask, this tape can do just about anything. Any type of pain or soreness or injury, there’s a way to treat it with kinesiology tape.

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Your knee is going to be one of the more difficult joints to tape! But I followed their instructions and did alright. And once the tape was on, it was wonderful! When headed to the gym for a good pump, it is important to give your joints the stability needed to hit the weights you want. OK Tape Kinesiology Tape can not only enhance joint stability so you can lift with confidence, but it works to relax soft tissue and improve form. Made with a mixture of cotton and spandex and featuring a water wave design, OK tape has a 180-percent elastic ratio to provide support without restricting the range of motion. In addition, the tape may cause irritation on sensitive skin, adds Campbell. While there are “sensitive-skin” brands available, if you have any irritation or skin discomfort, remove the tape immediately and wash the affected area with soap and water.