KT Tape for Gymnastics Injuries
I started using KT tape about a year and a half ago for Achilles Tendinitis (AT). My coach was wrapping my foot with normal athletic tape and I ran out of it. So, when we went to buy more tape, my mom found the KT tape and saw that there was a way to tape for AT. Using Kinesiology tape is faster and easier for me to tape myself so I don't have to rely on my coaches to always tape my injuries for me. The tape also allows me to have more range of motion compared to the normal athletic tape. There are 2 types of KT Tapes, one is made out of cotton and the other one is synthetic. If you are not doing sports, I recommend using the cotton one. If you are doing sports, you should definitely use the synthetic version because it stays on longer, especially if you sweat a lot. I continue to use KT for my AT and elbow tendinitis. It helps with the pain and it is good for your muscles. The tape makes the skin pull away from the muscle and lets mor...