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How to apply kinesiology tape

Applying kinesiology tape can seem daunting, but it's actually quite simple! However, you need to know where you're going to apply the tape, and what you're trying to accomplish. This...

How does kinesiology tape work

Kinesiology tape, also known as traditional athletic tape, Kinesio tape, or KT Tape is a therapeutic taping method developed by Japanese chiropractor Kenzo Kase that is used to stabilize injured...

Wrist pain (pinky side)

Video tutorial: Hi, I'm James Gardner, certified athletic therapist. I'm going to talk to you today about taping the wrist. Injuries to the wrist can happen through general rotary type...

Wrist pain (thumb side)

Video tutorial: I'm James Gardner certified athletic therapist, here to talk to you today about a wrist tape job. So typical ways that injuries happen at the wrist, simple daily...

Top of shoulder pain

Video tutorial: Hi, I'm James Gardner certified athletic therapist Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist here to do a tape job for the AC joint (top of shoulder). The acromioclavicular joint...

Plantar fasciitis/Arch support

Video tutorial: Hi, my name is Michael Garcia. I'm a massage therapist and athletic therapist. We're here at forma optima athletic therapy to demonstrate how to apply an arch tape...