What makes medical tape different from regular tape?
Regular sports tape sits tight and restricts movement. Medical tape, also known as kinesiotape, is elastic and stretches similarly to human skin. That means you can move, train and shower normally while the tape does its job, guiding muscles and joints without locking them in place.
When is it used?
Medical taping is used for an injured ankle or knee, shoulder instability, back pain, swelling after an injury, and scar treatment. It's also used preventively, many athletes tape before a match to give vulnerable joints extra support.
How long does the tape stay on?
A correctly applied strip lasts an average of three to five days. You can shower, swim and train as normal. It's important the tape is applied correctly though, a poor application can actually work against you, so always have it done by a trained physiotherapist.
What are the benefits in short?
Medical taping reduces pain, supports muscles and joints, improves blood and lymph flow, and speeds up recovery. At the same time, you keep your full range of motion, making it ideal as a complement to other treatments or as a preventive measure for athletes in Almere.
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