Strapping

Strapping also known as taping, is the process of applying tape directly to the skin in order to maintain a stable position muscles and joints.

This helps to

• Protect an injured area during activity/athletic performance
• Reduce pain
• Reduce swelling
• Prevent injuries
• Recovery from previous injuries

There are different types of strapping such as kinesio ,leuko and dynamic strapping. Kinesio strapping is an elastic tape and is used for pain relief whilst supporting the injured area. Leuko tape is a rigid tape which is primarily used to brace an area and limit movement. Strapping is safe can be used over all soft tissue and joints. Special latex tape is used for skin allergies.