KINESIO TEX^® TAPE is a very thin (about the same thickness as skin), porous cotton fabric with a medical grade acrylic adhesive. A special method of adhesive application and porous nature of the fabric allows the skin to breathe and showering cleans part of the skin under the TAPE. The TAPE is designed for a 30 to 40% longitudinal only stretch and when applied lifts the skin and provides support for surrounding soft tissue.

This TAPE is LATEX FREE and NON-MEDICATED.

KINESIO TEX^® TAPE was designed to be worn for multiple days ( 3 to 4 ); and an hour after application it will withstand athletic activity and showering without coming off. The Water Resistant Type is necessary for taping of hands and feet. Proper application does not require multiple layers of TAPE; due to location of muscles, an application may cross over another application.

This TAPE is very skin friendly and irritation is rare; you should still look for signs of irritation.

Our bodies were designed to move and with the Kinesio Taping Technique and Kinesio Tex^® Tape you promote motion. The TECHNIQUE relies heavily on insertions and origins of muscles. When in a relaxed state, skin properly taped with Kinesio Tex^® Tape will have natural wrinkles (convolutions).

Theoretically, KINESIO TEX^® TAPE will lift the skin to increase the space between the skin and muscle. This reduced localized pressure help promote circulation, lymphatic drainage and lessens the irritation on the subcutaneous neural pain receptors. As an end result, the Kinesio^® Taping Technique reduces pain, swelling and muscle spasm; and subsequently promotes the body’s natural healing processes. Additionally, the built-in stretch of the TAPE supports fatigued, weakened and/or strained muscles.

Kinesio Taping Labs(Workshops/Seminars):  The books and video are tools to help you learn the Kinesio^® Taping Technique. However, for the medical professional, the BEST and quickest way to learn "The Technique" is to attend a scheduled (open) Taping Lab presented by an experienced Certified Kinesio^® Taping Instructor. Better Yet, sponsor a Lab in your locale -- economically it takes 12 to 18 people [6 to 9 taping pairs] then EVERYONE receives Kinesio^® Instructions directly from an Instructor of your choice and one that fits your needs.

There are Taping Labs [both of the "open" and "closed" type] going on some place in the United States most months. For information regarding scheduled [open] Kinesio^® Taping Labs or for sponsoring a Lab [of the "open" or "closed" type], please

Contact Jim Humble via:
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Tools for Using Kinesio ^® Tape:

Illustrated Kinesio Taping manual, 4th Ed  [KTBK1]  $27.95
A manual for the taping of muscles; 109 pages; with plastic spiral binding so it stays flat and open for viewing. This manual uses line drawings for illustrations. Sections are: ‘Shoulder Girdle’ 34 pages, ‘Trunk’ 26 pages, ‘Pelvic Girdle’ 28 pages and a 7 page ‘Introduction’ discussing the TAPE and the TECHNIQUE.

Kinesio Taping Perfect Manual by Kinesio Taping Association  [KTBK2]  $27.90
A manual for the taping of conditions (problems); 132 pages; in paper back form. This manual uses photographs for taping illustrations. Sections include: Head, Neck, Shoulder, Arm, Back, Chest, Abdomen, Low Back, Leg, Foot and Other – Round Shoulders/Scoliosis.

Clinical Therapeutic Applications of the Kinesio Taping Method, 2nd ED  [KTBK3]  $32.95
A comprehensive book explaining the concepts, theories and the newest applications of the Kinesio ® Technique.  With over 70 clinical applications such as shoulder instability, brachial plexus, epicondylitis, bursitis, ankle sprain, dislocations, and hand therapy techniques this is the most complete and comprehensive Kinesio Taping Manual offered in the United States.  This book consists of 249 pages in spiral binding.

Clinical Therapeutic Applications of the Kinesio Taping Method, 3nd ED  [KTBK3-3]  $42.99
A comprehensive book explaining the concepts, theories and the newest applications of the Kinesio ® Technique.  With over 70 clinical applications such as shoulder instability, brachial plexus, epicondylitis, bursitis, ankle sprain, dislocations, and hand therapy techniques this is the most complete and comprehensive Kinesio Taping Manual offered in the United States.  This book consists of 249 pages in spiral binding.

Kinesio Taping for Lymphoedema and Chronic Swelling   [KTBK4]  $44.95
With the introduction of our unique lymphoedemia techniques, Kinesio Taping is sweeping the world as an effective and exciting modality that complements other "standard" lymphoedemia treatments.  Kinesio Taping for lymphoedemia and chronic swelling will show you step by step, easy to read, full color instruction, of over 108 common and not so common applications associated with lymphoedemia, chronic swelling, and scar management.

Kinesio Taping for Pediatrics, Fundamentals & Whole Body Taping Manual [KTBK5]  $44.90
Being praised for its unprecedented user-friendly style and full-color format. Covering conditions from infant to adolescent, focusing on the necessary foundation needed of KT applications that will enable your patients and children to live more productive lives.

Kinesio Pro Scissors [KTDSN210] $44.70
Nevanon model DSN-210 stainless steel scissors coated with black carbon and a fluorine resin. A 3.5 inch blade for a clean tape cut without picking up tape residue.  Now comes with a convenient scissor holster.

Clinical Kinesio Taping  (41 minute DVD [KTDVD1] $42.50
This video introduces and explains the Kinesio Taping Technique as it applies to common conditions found on the playing field & in the workplace. Certified Kinesio Taping Instructor Jim Wallis, MS, ATC takes you step by step thru 5 applications: Lateral Epicondylitis, Rotator Cuff Injury, Lower Back Spasm/Strain, Patella Tracking And Plantar Fasciitis.

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