If you've been watching any of the Olympics this year, you've probably noticed many athletes (in particular Americans) sporting a new kind of tape all of their bodies. Though amazing in its multifunctional use, it is not duct tape. Rather, this is a simple yet impressive therapeutic rehabilitative taping system, developed 25 years ago called, Kinesio Tape.
The first time I was introduced to this product was via my Chiropractor some 2+ years ago. I was in an acute phase from a long ago, yet lingering, shoulder injury. Skeptical at first, I was advised that this was used by many athletes, including one Lance Armstrong. In further reading, much of its use was first acclaimed by the USPS Cycling Team during the 2001 Tour de France.
That validation aside, I can attest to its rehabilitation effects and apparently its popularity has spread far and wide. So whether its Misty May or any number of swimmers and sprinters you see during the Olympics, you're sure to see and hear more about this unique and strangely effective tape.
To read more about Kinesio Tape, check out the main website here:
http://kinesiotaping.com
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