What are kinesiology tapes (ktape, kinesiotape, kt tape) and what are their benefits?

In recent years, more and more athletes, patients, and physiotherapists use tapes that look like colorful stickers on their bodies (mainly on shoulders, knees, back, forearms, calves, etc.). These tapes are called kinesiology tapes and are applied to the skin with various benefits, such as:

• Light support and assistance of injured muscles and tendons without limiting the range of motion.
• Reduction of pain, as the application of kinesiology tape lifts the skin slightly above the point of pain, reducing the pressure on the neuro-receptors under the skin.
• Reduction of swelling and inflammation, as the pressure at the point is reduced, allowing lymphatic fluid to be channeled better.
• Faster recovery of over-trained muscles, through improved circulation achieved with the use of kinesiology tape.
• Better blood circulation locally, preventing muscle spasms and cramps.

Kinesiology tapes allow athletes to perform their exercises with gym bands, weights, dumbbells or even swim.

The Thera-Band kinesiology tape series features patented XACTSTRECH technology, with small and large hexagonal cells-indicators that show the percentage of tape stretch. This allows for correct application depending on the desired outcome.

• Application for up to 5 days.
• Water-resistant and ideal for water athletes.
• Hypoallergenic, composed of 97.4% cotton and 2.6% spandex.
• Available in 7 colors and 2 sizes (5m and 31m).