CP3 Week 4 Lab- Kinesio Taping

Question 1

What are the indications for kinesiology taping?

Answer 1

• Swelling/edema
• Pain
• Proprioceptive feedback
• Muscle activation/deactivation (disputable)

Question 2

What are the contraindications for kinesiology taping?

Answer 2

• Open wounds
• Skin lesions
• Adhesive allergies

Question 3

Kinesiology Taping Basic Info:

• Try not to touch the back of the tape.
• Can be worn for __-__ days.
• _____ be worn in water.
• Rubbing the tape after application can “_______” the glue in the tape.
• Can take __-__ minutes for glue to be full strength.
• Different companies have slightly different components in the tape.
• Some companies offer child or less adhesive tape, or extra sticky tape.
• Easier to remove tape while it is wet, ripping it off can cause irritation.

Answer 3

• 3-5 days
• Can be worn in water
• “activate”
• 20-30 minutes

Question 4

Does the line of pull matter with kinesio taping?

Answer 4

Yes, the tape recoils!

Question 5

With the tape stretch, what are the different amounts of tension provided in percentages?

Answer 5

• Full - 100%
• Severe - 75%
• Moderate - 50%
• Light or paper-off - 15-25%
• None - no tension

Question 6

If a 10 inch strip is stretched 40%, this would mean the tape is ____ inches long with tension.

Answer 6

14 inches

Question 7

Which part of the tape has tension?

Answer 7

Middle portion, no tension on either end.

Question 8

What are some common types of application?

Answer 8

• “Y” strip
• “I” strip
• “X” strip
• “Fan” strip
• “Web” strip
• “Donut” strip