The use of various types of tape applied to the body can be therapeutic. The application of adhesive tape with different unique characteristics can help facilitate healing in an injured tissue, while allowing support and stability to muscles and joints. It can be an effective preventive measure, as well as a valuable tool to improve health outcomes. There are essentially two general types of taping options – rigid and flexible. Each type has its own benefits that are unique to the properties of the tape.
This service is usually applied in conjunction with other services. It can help, for example, prolong the benefits of manual therapy. To learn more about therapeutic taping techniques, in particular *Kinesio Taping®, please follow the link below.
*Please note Dr. Eldridge has completed KT1 & KT2 of this particular technique.