Gentle K Tape
K TAPE SIDEKICKS
WHAT IS IT GOOD FOR?
WHY WEAR K TAPE
INJURY REHAB
LIGHT SUPPORT
SECOND SKIN
WORN BY THE BEST
We're honoured to be trusted by these dons.
Sizes
STANDARD
WIDE
JUMBO
HOW DOES K TAPE WORK?
In truth, no one conclusively knows how Kinesiology Tape works. However, we have our own theories based on the current research and anecdotal evidence from using K Tape for over a decade.
REDUCES PRESSURE ON PAIN RECEPTORS
The recoil of K Tape creates a lifting motion on the skin. This creates space between the top layer of the skin and underlying tissues. Reducing pressure on pain receptors and encouraging lymphatic flow.
INCREASE LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE
The lymphatic system is responsible for removing waste substances, excess fluids and cellular debris from the blood stream. The lifting action of K Tape REDUCES COMPRESSION on the affected area. This allows fluids to move into the lymphatic vessels more easily.
REDUCES PAIN THROUGH SENSORY BOMBARDMENT
K Tape can be used to target the neuromuscular system, providing muscles and areas of pain with a sensory bombardment that can help to reduce the feeling of pain.
In other words, K Tape works by tricking the brain into forgetting about the area of pain, as it suddenly has to focus on lots of different sensory inputs.
IMPROVES MOVEMENT
There is also something to be said for the proprioceptive element of Kinesiology Taping. In clinical practice it has been shown that providing an area with a new sensory input (K Taping) can lead to enhanced motor control, meaning movements can be performed more accurately.