Types of taping

Each sort of physio strapping serves a distinct purpose and affects the tissue differently. The skin is directly covered with tape. If a person has a tape allergy, a specific spray or wipe is utilised to form a barrier on the skin before the tape is applied. An under-wrap tape may also be used as an alternative.

The different types of strapping include:

• Dynamic strapping - This tape's length and separation can vary. While conducting rehabilitation activities, this tape can lessen the pressure on the afflicted joint or muscle, allowing joints to be loaded more while experiencing less pain.
• Kinesiology tape strapping - When pulled apart, this tape can stretch, but it behaves significantly differently from other tapings. The primary benefits of kinesiology tape include aiding in lymphatic drainage, which reduces swelling, and pain control via intricate neurological networks. The tape is thin, breathable, and can become wet while remaining on your skin throughout any activity.
• Rigid strapping - Pulling away this tape does not cause it to stretch. The primary purposes of rigid tape are to support joints and ligaments during healing or to support joints during physical activity. When an athlete resumes sports activity while their injured joints are still mending, these tapes are typically used. The tape supports joints, reduces discomfort and swelling, improves physical activity, and enables athletes to maximise their performance without compromising safety.

Who should get physio strapping?

Although physiotaping can be very helpful in avoiding and treating injuries, it is crucial to understand that it cannot take the place of thorough rehabilitation.Inadequate strength, range of motion, body awareness, and balance problems must all be addressed in addition to proper tissue recovery. Bakone Physiotherapists will combine strapping with the appropriate therapies. Many people find that strapping is an effective technique for their rehabilitation.

Strapping helps with the following:

• Activates and inhibits muscles
• Encourages joints to move in the correct direction
• Enhances athlete confidence
• Facilitateshealing, blood circulation and lymphatic drainage
• Improves muscle strength
• Prevents worsening of injuries
• Prevents and relieves cramps, muscle spasms and injuries
• Protects and supports joints
• Reduces injury recurrence
• Reduces swelling and alleviates pain
• Restricts movements that cause pain
• Stabilises and supports joint injury
• Stimulates bruise and contusion recovery