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All You Heard about Kinesio Tape Is True

Have you just heard about Kinesio tape?  This invention is popping up all over the place.  You might have seen it at the Olympics or on many other sports fields.  It is quickly gaining popularity in the Western world.  What exactly is it for and what can it do for you?

Elastic therapy tape was invented by a chiropractor from Japan in the 70’s.  Basically, it is a strip of stretchy material that has an adhesive on one side.  It is said to help with all manner of ailments.  If you overdo a workout and end up with sore muscles, the tape can be used to help support and relax them.  If you have bad swelling, the tape can be helped to reduce it without cutting off circulation.  It can help with joint problems, sprains, bruising, carpal tunnel, shin splints, and even headaches!  It is said that it helps to take away some of the pressure on your body’s pain receptors. Read more…