Numerous studies were reviewed to determine the pain reducing effects of kinesio tape on musculoskeletal injuries that include subacromial impingement syndrome, rotator cuff tendonitis, patellofemoral pain syndrome, mechanical neck pain, and Achilles tendinosis. In conclusion, the studies conducted determined...
Achilles tendonitis Plantar fasciitis Jumpers knee/ runner’s knee (Patello-Femoral Syndrome) ACL/MCL issues Rotator cuff Groin pulls Hamstring pulls Lower back issues Shin splints Tennis and golf elbow Pain associated with pregnancy Postural correction ...
Some injuries include pain in the iliotibial band, Achilles tendonitis, and plantar fasciitis [3]. One of the more common injuries for runners is patellofemoral pain, characterized by pain in the knee at the site of the patella during flexion and weight-bearing activity [4]. Recent evidence ...
Figure 3andFigure 4show the figure-of-eight strip, which was applied perpendicular to the Achilles tendon. The lateral side of the strip was stretched over the lateral malleolus and over the dorsal aspect of the foot to close on the medial plantar surface of the foot. The medial side of ...