Kinesiology tape (Rock Tape)

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2012-09-12 8:31 PM

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Subject: Kinesiology tape (Rock Tape)

Anyone use any Kinesiology tape during workouts? What's your injury/prevention? I have a sore low back (that totally went out for a few days) and my PT suggested taping some areas-now that Im getting back to normal. 

Curious to know thoughts and uses of this.

Angie F

2012-09-13 4:27 AM
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Hey Angie 

 

I use Kinesio taping all the time . Most often on the back of my calf . I find taping works . Some of my cycling club mates think it is a load of rubbish . 

 

I have found using cheap no name brands not as good as the more expensive tapes . 

There are good videos on the KT website about how to apply it .

 

Hope this is of some help 

 

Jonny

2012-09-16 6:50 AM
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I have been using the KT tape for a few weeks in attempt to help my PEB (Pes Ansurium Bursitis) on medial left knee.  I have mixed reviews.  I had been using the regular KT tape, but it came off very easy (even with shaved leg and ETOH on skin).  I just got the KT pro and it seems to work better.  Understand in my use its not a cure all, but I will say it helps the pain.  I should rest the leg for a week or two, but I am 7 weeks from a marathon and really just dont have the time.

Just my thoughts..

Marc

2012-09-17 1:46 PM
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Ive been using KT tape on my hip for the last few weeks.
While whatever was causing my pain still hasn't resolved it self. The tape is working wonders tho. I can run relatively pain free for about 6 miles.
2012-09-17 4:08 PM
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i've been using it on my left knee for a few weeks. The knee got achey during a trail run...saw my chiropractor who is also certified in KT. He showed me how to tape my knee. I'm training for a marathon. Have run two 20 milers with it. The stuff works when applied correctly.

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2012-09-18 8:36 AM
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I use it to help with my patellar tendonitis, I think it works.

I prefer Rock Tape to KT Tape. The KT tape falls off quickly, while the Rock Tape stays on for days.

2012-09-19 2:44 PM
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I have be using KT tape for Posterior Shin splints. I used that combined with the 2XU compression sleeves. I really can say they make a dramatic difference. When i run without either, i am in sever pain and can barely walk. With it, i do feel some slight discomfort, but i can continue with my workouts.
2012-09-20 10:36 AM
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I have patellar tendonitis on both knees and I tape'em when running. I helps to take the edge off.
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