Kinesio Taping is a technique which works with your bodies own natural healing process.  The method is applied over and around muscles to reduce pain and inflammation, increase lymphatic flow, to relax overused, tired muscles and to support muscles in movement throughout the entire day. It is non-restrictive tape that gives support and stability to joints and muscles without affecting circulation and range of motion. Traditional sports taping is wrapped to prevent excess movement and it provides stabilization and support during a sporting event.

Kinesio Taping is also used for preventive maintenance, edema and pain management. It helps the body heal naturally, can be used as a preventative, as treatment, in rehab, during competition, or as a take-home treatment applied by a chiropractor.

The tape can be used for anything from headaches to foot problems, including: muscular facilitation or inhibition in pediatric patients, carpal tunnel syndrome, lower back strain/pain (subluxations, herniated disc), knee conditions, shoulder conditions, hamstring, groin injury, rotator cuff injury, whiplash, tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis, patella tracking, ankle sprains, and more.

Kinesio Taping is used mainly for two different situations.  The first situation gives the doctor the opportunity to give support while maintaining a full range of motion. This allows the body to perform at its current ability with functional assistance.  The second situation (most common) is used in the acute stage of injuries, helps prevent overuse or over-contraction and helps provide facilitation of lymph flow.  Once the tape is applied the doctor can use other techniques to help increase the healing time which may include cryotherapy, deep tissue work, and massage therapy.

Kinesio Tape can be used  at all age and activity levels.  You don't have to be a professional athlete to see the benefit from this treatment.  Contact Perfect Balance Chiropractic today to find out if this is right for you.

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