What is Physio Room.com Kinesiology Tape Blue? Super thin, highly elastic therapeutic tape that provides support & compression for sports injuries, muscular tension & joint distortions. When can I use it? To support muscles during sports activities To address muscular tension To assist lymphatic drainage To activate the endogenous analgesic systems To correct joint problems How is it applied? Skin needs to be free of oil, sweat, lotion or water prior to applying the tape. Apply the tape one hour prior to sports activity or showering
- this allows the glue to adhere fully. Try to avoid over-stretching the tape during application to avoid skin irritation. Reaction to the tape is rare, but new users, or users with sensitive skin, should look for signs of irritation. After application, the tape should be rubbed to activate the heat sensitive glue. NB Do not use a hairdryer to activate the glue. Kinesiology style tape is designed to be worn for 3-5 days. An hour after application it will withstand athletic activity & showering without coming off. Tape composition
Fabric: 95% cotton, 5% spandex Glue: 70g/m 2 acrylic acid Size Large: 5cm x 5m (2" x 5½ yards) Please note: This product is the large roll shown in the image. How does it work? Designed to have the same profile & elasticity of skin, Physio Room.com Kinesiology Tape is applied with medical grade, heat sensitive acrylic adhesive. Kinesiology Tape was orginally invented by Dr. Kenzo Kase, a Japanese chiropractor, in the 1970s to closely support muscles & joints during everyday, leisure & sports activities, Kinesiology Tape provides compression & promotes healing, without restricting movement. Used across a wide range of sports by leading athletes, including Gareth Bale, David Beckham, Ashley Cole (Football), Serena Williams (Tennis) & Kerri Walsh (Beach Volleyball
- Beijing Olympic Games). Click here to access a guide on how to apply the tape