Kinesiology Taping

Kinesiology tape is a thin, stretchy, elastic cotton strip with an acrylic adhesive, designed to enhance the body’s natural healing process whilst offering muscle and joint support and stability. It works by microscopically lifting the skin away from the affected area below to help alleviate pain, improve blood circulation and facilitate lymphatic drainage. At Ruth Mills Therapies we use Tiger Tape which can be used to treat a range of sports and non-sports injuries.

Muscle and joint re-education (through increased proprioceptive input)

Ease pain

Support muscles and joints (without restricting natural movement)

Alleviate tendinitis

Reduce swelling by supporting lymph flow and blood circulation

Decrease muscle fatigue

Improve posture and body alignment

Kinesiology tape is usually very comfortable to wear as doesn’t restrict movement and therefore it shouldn’t feel too tight or limiting.

Tiger K tape is water and sweat resistant so is suitable for heavy workouts and allows you to shower/swim without it coming off. We advise to leave the tape on for 3-5 days, just pat dry after showering. It is also latex free and hypoallergenic.