There has been a constant evolution in the sports world. Not only professional athletes, but also others leave no stones unturned to try innovative ways to keep fit. However, at times, the entire fitness regime causes some kind of injury. In cases as such, we use athletic taping over the injured part that reduces the discomfort and stabilizes certain muscles and joints.

However, not only athletic activities but also various forms of an accident have the potential to cause injury. Basically, the taping techniques include applying tape directly over the skin in order to maintain a stable position of bones and muscles during athletic activity.

How taping works?

Basically, the athletic tape setups help with proprioception. It helps the body to recognize the placement in space. You will be able to get the estimate of where the arm is, when you throw in and where the leg is when you kick in something. In this way, you can pinpoint the region of injury.

Athletic taping and wrapping the tape is also thought to reduce pain, and while there’s likely a degree of the placebo effect involved.

Why use athletic taping?

Prevention of Injury
Against the most traditional methods, modern taping techniques involve using a rigid tape to keep the bones and muscles intact in the correct position of the joints, such as ankles, wrists, and hands. The greatest benefit is the prevention of sprains, breaks, or other injuries that may occur from exercise and competitive sports.

Rehabilitation
While major cause of injuries happens due to sports activities, but there are other factors also involved. In that case, use of modern athletic taping helps to maximize the movement of the muscle under the range. This augments the healing process

It also serves as a splint for sprained joints that helps the injury heal at a much faster rate as well.

Chronic Issues
A kind of athletic tape such as elastic therapeutic tape, being the latest taping technique has been used to relieve discomfort caused by chronic pain.

Rather than settling for surgery or painkillers, the athletic tape helps in reducing chronic pain. The application of athletic tape shows wonders on the back and neck and has also been used to alleviate headaches and migraines.

Receive athletic tape advice near you.
A simple visit to our physical therapy location could be the visit that helps improve your quality of life.

Whether you’re suffering from an athletic injury, need help in exercise preparation, or are looking for help with a chronic issue, Care2Cure Physiotherapy and Rehab Center is here to help with our large range taping techniques.

Feel free to contact us at any time to set up a screening or consultation for athletic taping and one of our trained professionals will be getting in touch to help you on the road to a better life.