kinesio taping in Rockville MD
The Kinesio Taping® Method is a definitive rehabilitative taping technique in Rockville MD that is designed to facilitate the body’s natural healing process while providing support and stability to muscles and joints without restricting the body’s range of motion. It also provides extended soft tissue manipulation to prolong the benefits of manual therapy when administered within the clinical setting. Developed by Dr. Kenzo Kase over 25 years ago, the tape has the same elasticity as healthy human muscle and lifts the skin microscopically. In recent years, professional and amateur sports teams have utilized this cutting-edge technique because it supports the problem area, promotes healing, and allows proper drainage of toxins while allowing full range of motion to speed up recovery, unlike traditional braces which restrict full movement. Big name athletes such as Lance Armstrong, Olympian Kerri Walsh, Serena Williams, and many more are embracing the power of Kinesio Taping.
How Does Kinesio Tape® Work?
- It works like having an extra thin layer of muscle for support.
- Creates micro folds on the skin allowing more space between skin and fascia for your body fluid to move faster
- Applying different amounts of direction/tension will relax/stimulate muscles.
- It will not limit your range of motion.
Purpose of Kinesio Taping in Rockville MD
The primary purpose of Kinesio taping is to not only provide support for joints and muscles but also to aid in the elimination of pain and increase both lymph drainage and blood flow. Our chiropractors at Rockville Chiropractic & Sports Care have been properly trained in the application of Kinesio tape to help correct abnormal muscle function. Through the alleviation of the stress affecting the musculature, pressure is relieved from nearby nerves, blood, and lymph vessels. As these systems begin to function properly, inflammation and pain begin to decrease, and the restoration of the full range of motion is accomplished.
In contrast to traditional taping methods that are primarily utilized to reduce motion and stabilize the joint, Kinesio taping is applied in such a way that doesn't cause compression of the underlying structures.
How can Kinesio taping help you?
So how can Kinesio taping help you? Since Kinesio taping has demonstrated a positive effect on the vascular, nervous, and musculoskeletal systems, it has been shown through research to assist with healing, increase range of motion, and decrease the symptoms of several conditions. As mentioned above, Kinesio taping has been used by several famous athletes, but it is more commonly used by individuals involved with manual labor, people undergoing rehabilitation, people who frequently engaged in exercise, and high school and college athletes. Some common conditions that have been shown to benefit from Kinesio taping include:
- Conditions causing muscular dysfunction
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Low back and neck pain
- Shoulder problems
- Knee problems
- Patella dysfunctions
- Plantar fasciitis
- Post-surgery stabilization
- Support for ankle sprains
- Reduction of swelling
- Tennis elbow
- Whiplash injuries
If you are suffering from any of these conditions or are interested in obtaining more information regarding Kinesio taping, please contact the Rockville Chiropractic & Sports Care team in Rockville MD.
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8:30am - 7:00pm
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Wednesday
8:30am - 7:00pm
Thursday
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Friday
8:30am - 7:00pm
Saturday
8:30am - 12:00pm
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Rockville Chiropractic & Sports Care
121 Congressional Ln #600
Rockville, MD 20852