The use of a special patch (teip) or kinesiology taping is a unique method developed by Japanese scientists back in the early seventies of the last century. Special kinesiological material (elastic applications) was previously used exclusively for the rehabilitation of professional athletes.

Currently, teip has earned recognition not only from sports medicine doctors, but also from ordinary orthopedists, traumatologists, neurologists, etc. In order to use the patch, special skills and understanding of the essence of the application of taping are required. The price for it varies considerably, it all depends on the modification and manufacturer.

What is a product

At its core, a kinesiology (teip) patch is a three-layer product with which applications are performed. Its base is made of 100% cotton, in addition - "blotches" of polyester, which provides the tape with the maximum possible stretch and strength. A special adhesive hypoallergenic substance is applied to the entire surface of the tape, which begins to activate only after contact with the skin. Another composition indicated by the seller can be considered a fake. A special adhesive hypoallergenic substance is applied to the entire surface of the tape, which begins to activate only after contact with the skin. Kinesio tape is elastic, its structure in terms of physical properties is somewhat reminiscent of human skin, the maximum possible percentage in stretching is 140, based on the initial value.

The properties of the teip patch are such that when applied, a person practically does not feel it on himself, it does not hinder movement, and any exercises can be freely performed with it. Reviews of those who used them say that the kinesio patch can be worn constantly, without removing it for several days, while receiving a full course of therapy.

With the help of taping, the following effects are achieved:

• Improving blood flow and lymph flow.
• Pain relief in places of muscle strain.
• The tape slightly lifts the skin, thereby removing excessive pressure on the injured muscles.
• Maximum muscle relaxation.
• Massage and stretching of the skin during movement.

Tapes are an indispensable remedy for muscle injuries for people who lead an active lifestyle and go in for sports.

Injury in the process of competition or preparation for it is a common problem for all athletes. This cannot be avoided, and earlier, having received even a minor injury, the athlete “dropped out” of the team for a long time. But now, thanks to the taping method, it is really quick to recover and continue training again. According to consumer reviews, the patch helps a lot in everyday life, because there is a risk of injury, even when working in the garden.

Application features

Currently, there is a wide selection of kinesio tapes, presented by manufacturers at various prices. But the leadership is retained and more positive feedback is received by the manufacturer of adhesives (teips) Bio Balance Tape (BBTape), the quality of products from South Korea has remained at the proper level since 1997.

There are many kinesio patches, but does the consumer know the difference between kinesio tapes and sports tapes? Briefly, the difference is as follows:

1. Sports tapes, as the instructions describe, are used only for rigid fixation. This is required for various sports injuries, when it is necessary to severely limit mobility at the site of injury. In this case, the method of sports taping will be the use of a long tape of the patch as a bandage in order to prevent re-injury during further loads.
2. Kinesio tapes. The instructions for using this type of patch say that the adhesive tape is attached to the skin in order to achieve the effect of muscle toning and relaxation. Strong fixation of the muscles does not occur, a person can continue to move in his usual rhythm.

No less popular (according to reviews) have earned Phiten patches (fiten) on the supply market due to their main effect - pain relief. They are easy to use, and the price is affordable for a consumer with any wallet. However, Fiten is suitable only for minor sprains, bruises, and for serious injuries with anatomical changes in the integrity of muscle, ligament or bone structures, no type of taping will save an athlete from a hospital bed.

Tapes are an excellent remedy for muscle injury, but in order for them to be effective, they must be applied in a special way, and this should be done by a specialist.

Tips (instructions) for the use of taping:

1. The patch is waterproof, so you can shower and swim without fear that it will peel off.
2. You can’t rub the tape after water procedures, you just need to get it slightly wet.
3. If the patch begins to peel off, it can be cut a little or replaced.
4. Before training, the tape is glued on for 30 minutes, it is necessary for it to “get used” to the body.
5. If there is thick hair in the application area, hair removal should be performed.

Despite the fact that sports or kinesio patches are practically harmless, there are a number of cases when it is not recommended to use them:

• Allergy to acrylic or purely individual intolerance to the product.
• Any disease of the skin, incl. and oncology.
• Xeroderma, wounds and ulcers.
• Any skin injury or systemic disease.
• Thrombosis of the veins of the lower extremities.
• Tendency to the rapid formation of pimples, blisters, etc.

Important! Unfortunately, despite the seeming ease of application, the “just stick and pass” principle does not work here. There is a special technique for applying patches, and only a specialist should use it.

Table No. 1. Comparative characteristics of prices for teips

Joints and ligaments injured in sports or everyday life require support. It can be obtained using Kinesio tape patches. Kinesio tape - patch for injured areas of the body

Kinesio tape - what is it?

Kinesio tape is an elastic kinesiology tape (plaster) or adhesive cotton bandage. The main task of such a device is fixation and support of damaged tendons, muscles or ligaments.

Therapeutic plaster can be of different types and colors. It holds the injured areas well, repeating all the curves of the human body. This property allows it to be used both in sports and in the medical field, as well as in everyday life.

The use of a sports patch to eliminate negative deviations in the musculoskeletal system is called kinesiology taping (kinesiology tape). This is a new method of non-drug treatment of injuries of the spine, knee and elbow joints, ligaments, muscles and tendons.

Tapes have a number of advantages:

• do not hinder movement;
• do not cause inconvenience and discomfort;
• do not interfere with the entry of a sufficient amount of air into the skin;
• do not provoke allergic reactions;
• thanks to elasticity, they repeat all the movements of the human body;
• support muscles throughout the week 24 hours a day.

Kinesiology tapes are waterproof, which makes it possible to use them when swimming.

The composition of the patch

Adhesive plaster for kinesiology taping consists of:

• 90% high quality cotton;
• 10% spandex;
• adhesive gel (acrylic adhesive).

The combination of two components creates an elastic base to support damaged areas without infringement and any discomfort during active movements.

The composition of the patch is hypoallergenic. The material is breathable and pleasant to the body.

Where to buy and price

The medical device can be bought on the Internet through the official website of the manufacturer or in an online pharmacy.

The cost of the tape depends on its purpose:

• on the neck (injury to the ligaments of the cervical spine) - from 300 rubles;
• on the shoulder (bruise or sprain of the shoulder joint) - from 240 rubles;
• for hands - elbow injuries, sprains in the hands (on the wrist) - from 290 rubles;
• on the knee (on the knee structure, in order to fix damaged ligaments or muscles) - from 420 rubles;
• for legs - damage to the ankle - from 410 rubles;
• with complaints of pain in the foot - with a heel spur - from 370 rubles;
• on the thigh - muscle strain, ligament rupture, contusion of the hip joints - an average of 560 rubles.

There are also tapes for the back. Their cost starts from 285 p.

Tape types

Plastic tapes may vary in color, material and main application. Some types are more suitable for muscles, others for joints. There are special plasters for athletes, and there are teips with a wide range of indications and can be used both in sports and in medicine and everyday life.

The main types of kinesiology tapes:

1. Kinesio tapes in rolls are the most economical option. Adhesive bandages are widely used in medicine and in everyday life.
2. Frame strips. The advantage is their ease of use and the ability to apply for fixation on any part of the body. Thin tapes are glued both in aggregate and separately.
3. Medical patches for sensitive skin. They do not cause irritation, they are produced in rolls and in separate strips of different thicknesses. The only difference from conventional tapes is less structural support for the joints and muscles.

Another type of adhesive plaster for kinesiology taping are kinesio tapes for individual parts of the body:

• on the elbow;
• on the knee;
• on the lower back;
• on fingers;
• on the stomach, back.

To correctly determine the teip, you need to seek the advice of a specialist. Medical or sports patches are always selected individually.

Kinesio tape - which is better?

All kinesiology tapes are similar to each other in the main action - they fix and support injured areas.

Among the most effective and reliable tapes are the following brands:

1. BBtape - sports and medical tapes of this company have a high quality material, which allows you to reliably support damaged areas of the body;
2. Rocktape is a high endurance sports patch that is widely used in sports and daily life, has great endurance during physical exertion and wear resistance;
3. Kinesio tape sfm - anesthetic and fixing tapes, they help well with sprains, have a high adhesive ability (allows you to do without additional application of special glue);
4. Kinexib pro is an effective tape with a wide range of applications, easy to use and affordable.

Which kinesiology patch is better is determined by the doctor. Only after identifying the nature and severity of the injury, you can choose the right tape and achieve the maximum therapeutic effect.

Indications for taping

Kinesio tapes are used both for the treatment of injuries and for the prevention of injury to certain parts of the body.

Kinesiology taping is relevant in the following situations:

• with osteochondrosis - the patch helps to alleviate the patient's condition with a hernia of the spine, protrusions, displacement of the vertebrae and severe complications of the disease (lumbago, sciatica);
• with varicose veins - helps to reduce the load on the weakened walls of blood vessels, stimulating their tone;
• shoulder-scapular periarthrosis - muscle strain, rupture of ligaments and tendons;
• paralysis and paresis associated with disorders in the central or peripheral nervous system;
• inflammation of the periosteum;
• with heel spurs.

In addition to diseases of the musculoskeletal system, the elastic band is effective for headaches, painful periods, discomfort in the lower back and chest during pregnancy.

In addition, therapeutic adhesive plaster is an indispensable remedy for mechanical damage:

• sprain;
• hematomas, bruises of soft tissues;
• edema;
• subluxations, fingers, shoulder or ankle.

How Kinesio Tape works

A medical patch is used to fix a sore spot that has been injured as a result of playing sports or at home. The main action of the elastic device is to support the vulnerable part of the body without restricting the patient's usual movements.

How Kinesiology Tape Works:

• lifts the skin above the sore spot, which improves blood circulation in places that have received a bruise, and improves lymph flow;
• tightly holds weak areas, providing reliable fixation of joints, ligaments and tendons;
• reduces inflammation and relieves pain discomfort;
• relieves swelling in soft tissues.

Due to the elasticity and strength of the tapes, they prevent muscle overload and contribute to the rapid recovery of the affected areas.

Instructions for use Kinesio tape

The effect produced depends on the correct gluing of the medical (sports) tape. Therefore, it is important to know how to prepare for taping, how to properly apply the patch and how long it can be used. Before using this method of treatment, experts recommend undergoing training.

Preparatory stage

Applying the tape requires some preparation of injured areas.

1. Shave hair in areas to be taped.
2. Cleanse the skin from oiliness, moisture. To do this, wipe the desired areas with a cotton pad soaked in alcohol or a special solution.

General tips for applying teips:

1. Removing the paper base. The tape should be held with the cotton side towards you, so that it is more convenient to remove the paper layer.
2. The end of the tape, which should fix the device, should be glued without tension.
3. To increase the effectiveness of the adhesive tape, the fixing ends must be rounded. This will increase the duration of the patch.
4. It is important to avoid wrinkles when applying kinesio tape, otherwise a rash may appear. In addition, a loose fit of the patch reduces the effectiveness of such therapy.
5. The tape adheres better to the skin if it is heated. It is important to carefully use heat sources so as not to overdry the epidermis.
6. All tapes are glued only along the length. When a thin strip is required, it can be cut, but also along the length.

Usually therapeutic or sports patches are easy to glue. For strong adhesion of the skin to the tape, it is enough to rub the fixed bandage well. This will help heat up the glue and securely attach the adhesive tape to the injured surface.

Any teip is suitable for fixing damaged areas of the body. Only the method of applying the plastic tape can differ.

To eliminate the asymmetry of the joints or correct the position of the hand with a patch, you need to:

• pick up a tape 45–55 cm long;
• take your hand to the side as much as possible and turn your palm up;
• stick the tape at the level of the wrist strictly in the middle;
• tension is carried out in the form of a spiral towards the shoulder joint.

Manipulation is difficult to carry out on your own, so it is better to seek help from a specialist.

Application of tape for dislocation of the elbow joint

Dislocation of the elbow joint is treated as follows:

• you will need 2 tapes of 15-20 cm;
• bend the arm at the elbow at an angle of 90 degrees;
• fix the middle of the first patch at the base of the elbow joint (the proximal part of the ulna and radius), and fix the ends without tension on the medial and lateral sides of the distal zone of the humerus;
• fasten the middle of 2 strips to the distal part of the humerus under the elbow joint, and fix the ends (without tension) on the lateral and medial side of the proximal part of the radius and ulna.

Taping for headaches and hand numbness

With the help of kinesio tape, you can eliminate weakness and numbness in the hand and fingers, reduce pain in migraines.

How to apply:

• you need a Y-shaped tape;
• fasten the base under the elbow and lead the tape along the arm to the shoulder blade area;
• the upper end of the tape is attached along the trapezius muscle, and the lower end across.

The tips of the patch are applied without tension, and the base of the device is attached with a slight tension.

Taping for varicose veins

For varicose veins, a tape 5 cm wide and 2 m long is suitable. The strip must be cut according to the markup into 4 identical tapes, leaving the common base intact. You need to glue the bandage in the supine position. Fix the base on the inside of the thigh, and wrap the legs in strips (alternately).

Application of tape on the feet with a heel spur

With a heel spur, tape treatment has several methods:

1. Use of narrow patches. With their help, thin strips are superimposed on painful places crosswise, forming an asterisk.
2. The use of wide bands. They need to be glued in the form of a cross. One tape covers the heel and stretches to the toes (in this area you can cut it into 4 strips). The second - is fixed in the middle of the foot and is displayed on the outer part of the foot.

Taping the heel spur can reduce inflammation and pain at the site of injury.

Taping of the spine

In osteochondrosis of the spine, 2 straight tapes and one Y-shaped tape are used.

Overlay technique:

• strips are superimposed along the spine on the sides;
• the tension when attaching the tape to the body should be maximum.

With a hernia of the spine in the lumbar region, the tape relieves muscle tension and reduces pain. For manipulation, you will need 4 patches 18–25 cm long.

How to apply:

• the patient needs to lean forward as much as possible (from a standing position);
• the specialist sticks the first segment of the bandage longitudinally to the muscle that takes part in straightening the spine, and the center of the tape is attached exactly to the hernia;
• the second patch is applied horizontally (there should be a cross);
• Tape 3 and 4 are glued diagonally.

The strips should fit snugly against the patient's body. If, after straightening to the initial position, the tape is covered with folds, it means that the skin (connective tissues) has risen and the tape is applied correctly.

Taping on the knee

For knee pain caused by:

• joint wear due to age;
• an operation to remove the meniscus;
• household bruises and injuries during training.

For the fixation to be effective, you need to cut 2 patches to make the letters Y. Attach the base of the tape over the knee cup, and glue the bandage around the cup. The knee is bent at the same time. The second tape is fixed like the first, but the base is attached under the kneecap.

For a visual example, all methods of applying kinesiology tapes are shown in the photo.

Attention!

It is important to understand that in order to achieve a high therapeutic effect, taping should be carried out by a specialist. Otherwise, there is a risk of improper application of the patch, which can disrupt blood circulation and provoke serious complications.

How much to wear?

All tapes can be worn for no more than 5 days. Tapes are waterproof, so you can take a shower, swim in them. This does not affect the main action of the device. The duration of treatment with medical or sports patches depends on the injury or disease, and on average can be from 3 to 8 weeks. At the same time, the teip should be changed to a new one every 3-5 days. Reusing used tapes is useless.

During the period of bearing a child, a woman may experience lower back pain and severe swelling of the lower extremities.

Kinesio tape is able to alleviate the condition in such situations as:

• swelling in the feet and ankles;
• pain discomfort in the back.

Tapes not only provide treatment, but also support the growing belly well. The main thing is to use kinesiotherapy after consultation with your doctor.

How to remove the tape

After a few days of wearing, the therapeutic application can be removed painlessly and safely. The main thing is to adhere to the basic recommendations of experts.

1. It is necessary to impregnate the tape with a special liquid for removing tapes. After 5–10 minutes, slowly detach the base of the patch and slowly roll it into a roll, without jerking.
2. The tape must be removed slowly at a slight angle, behind the hair growth. If a special solution is not used, after removing the patch, the skin should be treated with a nourishing cream.

You can not wet teips in order to remove them. This may lead to skin irritation. In addition, the glue is poorly washed off, which can further complicate the process of getting rid of the adhesive gel.

Kinesio tapes are widely used in medicine and sports. The tool helps with osteochondrosis of the spine (hernia, protrusion, displacement of the vertebrae), injuries of the shoulder, knee and elbow joints, various kinds of sprains. The correct application of such tapes improves blood circulation, reduces pain and speeds up the recovery process in injured areas.

The use of the Kinesio Tape patch is a unique technique developed by scientists from Japan in the distant 70s of the last century. For the elastic application, a kinesiology material was selected, which until that moment was used only for the treatment and rehabilitation of professional athletes. Today, the kinesio tape plaster is recognized not only by doctors involved in the treatment of professional athletes. In his practice, it is widely used by a chiropractor, orthopedist, traumatologist, etc.

Kinesiology is not a simple science, therefore, only a knowledgeable and understanding doctor who knows a lot about taping can use the kinesio tape medical patch. The cost of kinesiotape patches is quite high, and depends both on the manufacturer and on the modification of the product itself. Next, we will talk about how the adhesive plaster works, how to properly stick it to the body, and how much it will cost to buy a product in a pharmacy.

Product Feature

The Elastic Muscle Patch is a three-layer product that helps lay out the application. For the manufacture of the base, 100% cotton is used, and as an additional component - polyester, which allows the patch to stretch as much as possible without deforming, and increases its strength. A hypoallergenic adhesive is applied over the entire surface of the patch, which is activated as a result of contact with the skin.

If you notice any other composition of the product - do not buy a patch, this is a low-quality fake.

Such a sports patch is very elastic. In terms of its physical properties, it is somewhat similar to human skin. Thanks to this feature, as customer reviews say, the patch is absolutely not felt, does not hinder movement and does not interfere with exercise. Also, there is an opinion that it is allowed to use the patch for several days, which will not prevent you from receiving a full therapeutic course.

The patch for muscle pain and sprains allows you to achieve the following results:

• Improve blood flow and lymph outflow.
• To achieve relaxation of the injured muscle.
• Lift the skin and reduce excessive pressure on injured muscles and the heart muscle area.
• Relax joints, relieve muscle tone, etc.

Injuries to athletes during competitions and training are an inevitable problem. Previously, having received even a slight bruise or sprain, the athlete flew out of the team and underwent long-term treatment and recovery, because no compress could immediately raise him to his feet. Today, the kinesio patch helps to quickly restore strength and physical fitness, and continue the usual workouts.

According to many who have experienced the miracle of the patch, the product has proven itself well in everyday life, because it helps to avoid injury, even doing housework.

How to use the patch?

Now you can buy absolutely any tape, which is presented by manufacturers in various price categories.

To date, Bio Balance is considered the leader among sports patches. This product has been manufactured in South Korea in compliance with all necessary norms and standards since 1998.

There are a lot of kinesio products on the market, but do you know how to buy or order exactly kinesio tape, and not a sports patch?

A brief description of the differences between the products is as follows:

• Sports patch can only be used for tight fixation. Such a glued fixing element is necessary for sports injuries, when it is necessary to significantly limit the mobility of the damaged part of the body. In sports taping, a long tape is applied, like a bandage, which prevents re-injury.
• The instruction says to attach the kinesio tape patch to the skin in order to achieve muscle toning, after which their relaxation will follow. The application of the patch is not too strong, which does not hinder the usual actions of a person.

No less popular is the pharmacy patch Fiten, which is famous for its analgesic effect. Sticking such a product does not require any additional knowledge and skills, and its cost is affordable for the average person with a not very "fat" wallet. But it is worth noting that this patch can only be applied with a slight injury or sprain.

Also, we hasten to draw your attention to the fact that not a single type of taping with an anatomical change in the integrity of a bone, muscle or ligament will help the patient avoid bed rest and, most likely, treatment in a hospital.

Taping with a plaster can be carried out for:

• Hip joint.
• Cardiac muscle, to reduce the load on the heart in heart failure.
• Muscles of the cervical spine (no less effective to fix the occipital region).
• Hernia treatment.

Also, with the help of teip, you can make a compress, use it as an inguinal fixator during stretching, and it also has a positive effect on weight loss.

The tips for using the product are as follows:

Despite the fact that teips are almost harmless, there are situations when their use is not permissible, namely:

• With allergic reactions to acrylic.
• With individual intolerance to the material from which the product is made.
• For skin diseases.
• People suffering from cancer.
• With thrombosis of veins in the lower extremities.
• With a tendency of the skin to the rapid formation of acne and blisters.

Sadly, despite the ease of use of the product, the principle of "stick and go" does not work with it. The plaster must be laid, adhering to a special technique, and this should only be done by a specialist.

An approximate table showing the possible price of teips is given below.

As a rule, those who have experienced kinesio taping treatment are satisfied. This is obvious, because the cost is affordable, and the performance is amazing. Tape is not only good for people who have devoted themselves to sports, but also helps to correct children's scoliosis, relieve heart muscle hypertonicity, and also minimize the consequences of various injuries.

In conclusion, I would like to add that although the product was developed by a Japanese, the tape has become very popular around the world. Despite their popularity, teips are rarely seen in pharmacies. And since this product is far from intended for the entire population, and is not in great demand in the pharmacy network, its cost is often overestimated. In order not to overpay, today it is very easy to order a patch through the Internet resources, and even home delivery can be provided to you.

Purposes and principles of therapeutic use of kinesio tape in sports and classical medicine. kinesio tape patch Taping is a procedure for applying special fixing tapes to the surface of the body. Thanks to the use of carefully selected materials for the tape tape and adherence to the rules of fixation for various parts of the body, it is possible to achieve impressive results in the treatment of disorders of the musculoskeletal system. The mechanism of action of the procedure The skin is directly related to the musculoskeletal system: certain muscle groups are attached to it through connective tissues. The controlled tension of the skin, created when applying tapes, “lifts” its surface and, accordingly, the underlying muscles. This provides several effects: unloading of muscle fibers; elimination of pain syndrome caused by muscle pressure on nerve fibers; improvement of blood microcirculation in the area of ​​taping; normalization of lymphatic drainage and relief of edema caused by joint injuries; reducing the intensity of the inflammatory process by improving blood flow in the pathological zone; correction of the position of articular structures, which is especially important in the recovery period after injuries; posture correction due to mechanical tension of the skin, which allows you to normalize the position of the spine with the initial degree of scoliosis, especially in children; reflexogenic action, including pain relief, improvement of metabolic processes, etc., due to the effect of micromassage. The use of teip tape is one of the unique methods of auxiliary treatment. Unlike other methods of fixing damaged or diseased joints, teip-tape allows you to reduce motor movements as much as the state of the joint requires, preventing its complete immobility. Due to this, the procedure has become widespread in the treatment of diseases that require both a reduction in the load on the pathological area and, at the same time, the preservation of activity in it. Types of taping In modern medical practice, the following types of taping are used: Functional. It is used mainly in professional sports to preserve and maintain the functions of the musculoskeletal system. Tapes are applied before training or competition and removed at the end of them. This helps to prevent a large number of sports injuries, including the most common - meniscus rupture and knee dislocation. Medical. Used to limit the range of motion in a joint when it needs rest. A striking example is either a rupture of his ligaments and a high risk of developing arthrosis with prolonged immobility of the shoulder. In this case, the application of tapes allows you to simultaneously preserve and limit the mobility of the shoulder joint. Rehabilitation. It is recommended as one of the stages of the recovery period after injuries or operations on the joints, which require a gradual entry into the usual mode of physical activity. Tape tape: what is it? Teip tape (teip) is a strip of cotton fabric made using a special technology. The composition of the material includes strong elastic fibers that determine the degree of elasticity of the tape: its ability to stretch with body movements and return to its original state at rest. In terms of its elasticity, the tape is identical to the skin, which makes the procedure a natural process for the human body. The wrong side of the tape is covered with an adhesive that ensures a snug fit of the material to the skin and fixation of the tape. Thanks to the technologies used to make tapes, they can stay on the skin for a relatively long time - up to several days, while maintaining their characteristics. This means that after the application of teips, a person does not have to give up his usual activities (of course, within the limits of an injury or joint disease that has arisen), and after taking a shower, visiting the pool, etc., the teip continues to perform its functions. Indications for the procedure Almost any disease of the musculoskeletal system or injury is a direct indication for taping. Depending on the specifics of the situation, this procedure can be recommended in the acute period and carried out simultaneously with other methods of treatment (mass azhem, taking medications, physiotherapy, etc.), or be prescribed as an auxiliary method during the rehabilitation period after surgery, treatment of dislocations and fractures. Indications for the use of teip tape may be different circumstances, depending on the area in which the pathology is detected, and its nature (inflammatory, traumatic, etc.): Shoulder joint taping Taping of the shoulder joint and scapular region is necessary in the following cases: preventive application of teips before playing tennis, golf or other activities not related to sports, but involving excessive and uneven loads on one of the shoulders; recovery period after bursitis, dislocation, subluxation of the shoulder joint; acute inflammatory diseases in the soft tissues of the shoulder joint, which requires restriction of its mobility for treatment; elimination of pain syndrome of traumatic or inflammatory origin. Ankle procedure The ankle joint, as one of the most “loaded” and vulnerable, requires fixation with tape under the following circumstances: Tape for knee joint Taping of the knee joint is performed in several cases: for professional athletes, in particular, for football players, light and weightlifters, the application of teips is recommended before training, and also after them, if the physical activity was especially difficult (the application of tapes is carried out in order to relieve the ligamentous apparatus of the knee); the passage of a late recovery period after - at the end of wearing rigid immobilizing structures; reduction of pain and swelling in knee injuries. Taping on the spine Taping for diseases of the spine is indicated: Important: in each individual case, the attending physician decides on the need to use teip tape based on the specifics of the situation and weighing the risks and benefits. Therefore, an "official" indication for this procedure does not mean that it will be recommended in your case. Contraindications to the procedure The main contraindication to the application of teip tapes is the procedure itself and without a doctor's prescription. In addition, the use of teip tape is not recommended in the following cases: an incomplete examination to identify the causes of the development of the disease (in a number of conditions that occur latently, the application of teips can cause their exacerbation); increased blood clotting and the risk of blood clots (in this case, the application of tapes is not carried out in areas of the body with veins close to the skin); any damage to the integrity of the skin in the area of ​​application of the tape, including scratches, abrasions, acne, burns, etc.; malignant processes on the skin in the area of ​​the procedure; pregnancy (teips are not applied to the lumbar and pelvic region to exclude reflex stimulation of the uterine tone); swelling of the extremities of unknown origin; severe heart and / or kidney failure, in which there is a high risk of disruption and complete cessation of blood circulation in the skin; elevated body temperature and acute viral diseases; undergoing a course of chemotherapy or radiation for oncological diseases.	How it works? Kinesio tape Kineticline Tape Pharmacels is a modern high-tech product used in physiotherapy and sports medicine. Where and when is it used? medicine care pediatrics sport in all areas of life buy kinesio tape Pharmacels directly from the manufacturer now! What is kinesio tape? Kinesio tapes are patches that help to defeat pain without pills! Pharmacels (USA) is the world leader in the production of kinesiotapes. Kinesio tape is an elastic adhesive tape coated with a hypoallergenic adhesive that is activated when applied under the influence of body temperature. The basis of the tape is made of natural cotton, which allows the skin to "breathe". Cotton fabric does not interfere with the natural processes of evaporation and absorbs excess moisture. Kinesio tape stretches well and in its elasticity is very close to the normal elasticity of human skin, due to which it does not limit the range of motion when applied. KINETICLINE Tape Pharmacels does not peel off in water - even after getting wet, the tape continues its effective effect. Kinesioline tape is distinguished not only by high quality, but also by ease of use: each roll is packed individually and provided with instructions for use. The adhesive side is covered with protective paper with auxiliary markings applied on it - thanks to the instructions and auxiliary lines, the basic principles of using the product will be clear even to people who are not familiar with kinesio taping. The use of KINETICLINE Tape Pharmacels improves capillary and lymphatic flow in a specific area of ​​the body. The tape provides muscle support and increases their elasticity, which makes it possible to use Kinesioline tape for muscle pain and as an aid in the treatment of muscle and ligament injuries, in rehabilitation and in preventing injuries. Pharmacels kinesio tapes can stay on your body for quite a long time - 4-5 days. They are light and flexible. A characteristic feature of this product is its resistance to moisture. The tape does not peel off and does not lose its properties with water. With the application of kinesio tape on the body, you can take standard water procedures without restrictions, or engage in water sports. Remember - the desire to use teip (wear an application on the body) for a very long time is not always justified. In the treatment of injuries and pathologies, the time of use is longer. For prophylactic taping, it is better to apply the tape an hour before possible increased loads and remove it after such loads are over. Kinesio tape from the US Pharmacels, which you can buy in our online store, directly from the manufacturer, really helps to relieve pain without pills. Our tapes are successfully used for pain in muscles and joints both in everyday life and in all sports, including water sports. Direct shipments from the USA, from the Pharmacels central warehouse guarantee an excellent price. You can buy Pharmacels kinesio tapes from us at a discount, for a promotion, at retail or wholesale. Waterproof, hypoallergenic and completely safe, Pharmacels tapes provide pain relief with no side effects guaranteed. Always in the presence of all colors: blue, pink, black and flesh.