Kinesio-Taping is a modality treatment based on the body’s own natural healing process. The efficacy is through the activation of the neurological and circulatory systems to positively affect the muscular, lymphatic and other systems. We have been using kinesio-taping in Arlington for muscle and skeletal injuries since 2004!
Muscles over-extend and over-contract from activities such as lifting excessive weight or over using the muscle, muscles cannot recover and become inflamed. A muscle that is inflamed, swollen or stiff due to fatigue will compress the space between the skin and muscle that constricts lymphatic flow and causes activation of pain receptors resulting in discomfort. This pain is known as myalgia or muscular pain.
Kinesio-taping has demonstrated the following major functions:
1. Supports Muscle
- improves muscle contraction in weakened muscle
- reduces muscle fatigue
- reduces over-extension and over-contraction of muscle
- reduces cramping and possible injury to muscle
- increases range of motion
- relieves pain
2. Removes Congestion to the Flow of Body Fluids
- improves blood and lymphatic circulation
- reduces excess heat and chemical substances in tissue
- reduces inflammation
- reduces abnormal feeling and pain in skin and muscle
3. Corrects Joint Problems
- adjusts misalignment caused by spasm and shortened muscle
- normalizes muscle tone and abnormality of fascia in joints
- improves range of motion
- relieves pain