Glossary: K
Kinesiology Tapes
On this page you will find information about kinesiology tapes and cross tapes
What are kinesiology cross tapes?
Kinesiology patches originate from traditional Asian medicine and are designed to correct imbalances in the body.
The patches are to relieve pain shortly after application and reduce movement difficulties caused by previous injuries. For many users and patients as well.
Because of the uncomplicated and quick effect, the patches have already proven themselves in practice.
Information about kinesiology cross tapes
The cross tapes are made of skin-friendly textile fabric and can be removed without leaving any glue residue behind.
The kinesiology cross tapes are used especially for:
- Sports injuries
- Rheumatic diseases
- Intervertebral disc problems
- Pain management
- Osteoarthritis
- Dislocations
- Wear of the joints
- Headache
- Nerve treatment
- Joint inflammation
The colours and its effects play a secondary role in the treatment
- Pink is said to have an activating, warming and stimulating effect
- Blue is said to have a cooling and calming effect
- Beige is said to have a neutral effect
On this page you will find information about kinesiology tapes and cross tapes
What are kinesiology cross tapes?
Kinesiology tape is designed to improve microcirculation and is said to promote healing of traumatized tissues. Since it is intended to provide optimal support for muscle problems and lymphatic drainage disorders kinesiology tape cannot be compared to normal sports tape
Information about kinesiology tapes
Kinesiology tapes are breathable and waterproof so they can be worn while swimming or showering. Because the kinesiology tape has a similar elasticity as the skin and muscles it isn't disturbing when applied.
Kinesiology tape is used in the following medical areas:
- Muscle problems
- Lymphatic disorders
- Rheumatic diseases
- Arthrosis
- Movement restrictions
- Sports injuries
- Dislocations
- Sprain
- Strain of the joint capsule ligaments
- Headache
- Pain
- Arthritis
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
The colours of the tape and its effect play a secondary role in the treatment
- Blue & green are said to have a cooling and calming effect
- Yellow & pink are said to have an activating, warming and stimulating effect
- Beige & black shall have a neutral effect
Kinesiology tapes and cross tapes from Medicalcorner24®
The kinesiology tapes and cross tapes from Medicalcorner24® are characterized by a good quality they are made of skin-friendly textile fabric and can be removed without glue residues. Also, they are water resistant and breathable.
Of course, you will also find a wide selection of kinesiology tapes and cross tapes / grid tapes.