Certified Kinetic Taping

What is Kinesiology Taping?

Kinesiology taping is a taping technique designed for use in both therapeutic (injury rehabilitation) and working athletic situations.

During the last few years, the adhesive and taping techniques and patterns have been modified for use in the equine and animal world. Just as human athletes can wear the tape when training for their sport, horses can also be ridden with the tape on when they are working. The tape can also be applied when the horse is recovering from an injury.

Benefits of Using Kinesiology Tape:

Decompresses the tissue thereby enabling increased blood flow and oxygenation which promotes and facilitates healing

Decreases muscle spams, tension, soreness and trigger points

Helps relax overused muscles

Decreases edema and swelling

Provides support to tendons, ligaments and joints in both athletic and injury rehab situations 

Helps to improve muscle and joint mechanics

Tissue decompression helps provide pain relief by decreasing the pressure on the skin's pain receptors and how the receptors respond to messages from the brain

Can be used in a preventative manner for horses that have weaknesses or are prone to injuries

Can help horses recover faster in athletic training situations

Can assist with horses that have chronic conditions such as lesions, kissing spine and chronic stiffness