Clinical Therapeutic Applications of the Kinesio Taping Method, 3rd edition is a comprehensive book explaining the concepts, theories, and clinical taping applications of the Kinesio Taping Method. Clinical Therapeutic Applications opens by explaining the rationale and methodology for 7 different corrective taping techniques. This is followed by detailed Kinesio Taping instructions with step-by-step color photographs for a wide variety of injuries and medical conditions. The book includes 70 clinical applications such as shoulder instability, brachial plexus, epicondylitis, bursitis, ankle sprain, dislocations, and hand therapy techniques to name a few. The table of contents is organized by body section, making it easy to quickly find taping instructions for specific injuries or health conditions.
Application Instructions For:
Section 1: Introduction to Corrective Techniques
Corrective Application Techniques
Mechanical Correction
Y Technique with Tension on Tails
Y Technique with Tension on Base
I Technique with Tension in the Center of the Base
Fascia Correction
Y Technique with Tension on Tails
Y Technique with Tension on Base
Manual Glide
Space Correction
Tension in the Center of the Base of an I Strip
Web Cut Technique
Donut Hole Technique
Ligament/Tendon Correction
Ligament Correction Technique
Tendon Correction Technique
Functional Correction
Functional Correction Application
Circulatory/Lymphatic Correction
Circulatory/Lymphatic Correction Application
Section 2: Head & Neck
Muscle Contraction Headache
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ)
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Cervical Spondylitis
Neck Sprain or Whiplash
Section 3: Shoulder
Rotator Cuff Impingement or Tendonitis
Scapulohumeral Dysfunction
Shoulder Instability, Anterior or Multiaxial
Bursitis of the Shoulder
Acromioclavicular Joint Sprain
Frozen Shoulder - Adhesive Capsulitis
Bicipital Tendinosus
Brachial Plexus Neurapraxia (Burner)
Section 4: Truck & Back
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Sternoclavicular Joint Sprain
Scoliosis
Rib Fracture or Contusion
Intercostal Neuralgia
Costochondral Separation or Sprain
Erector Spinae Muscle Strain, Lumbar Region
Sacroiliac Sprain or Inflammation
Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis
Myofascial Low Back Pain
Section 5: Elbow & Forearm
Valgus Laxity of the Elbow
Bursitis of the Elbow
Elbow Hyperextension
Lateral Epicondylitis of the Elbow
Medial Epicondylitis of the Elbow
Little League Elbow
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Lymphedema of the Upper Extremity
Section 6: Wrist & Hand
Wrist Sprain - Trifibrocartilage (TFC)
de Quervain's
Finger Sprain, Radial or Ulnar Collateral Ligament
Mallet Finger
Dislocation of the Phalanges of the Fingers
Gamekeeper's or Skier's Thumb
Section 7: Hip & Leg
Osteoarthritis of the Hip
Trochanter Bursitis
Hip Pointer - Iliac Crest Contusion
Quadriceps Contusion/Strain
Adductor or Groin Strain
Hamstring Strain
Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome
Shin Splint or Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome
Sciatica
Section 8: Knee & Lower Leg
Anterior Compartment Hematoma/Syndrome
Lymphedema of Lower Leg
Patella Tendonitis: Superior and Inferior Pole
Patella Tendonitis: I Strip Technique
Patella Tendonitis: U Strip Technique
Patella Tracking Syndrome
Chondromalacia Patella
Plica of the Knee
Osgood-Schlatter and Larsen-Johannson Syndrome
Medial Collateral Ligament Correction
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Kinesio Technique
Knee Hyperextension
Meniscus of the Knee
Osteoarthritis or Chronic Effusion of the Knee
Bursitis of the Knee
Pes Anserinus Bursitis or Tendonitis
Runner's or Cyclist's Knee
Section 9: Ankle & Foot
Plantar Fasciitis
Achilles Tendonitis or Tenosynovitis
Retrocalcaneal Bursitis
Sever's Syndrome or Apophysitis of the Calcaneous
Lateral Ankle Sprain
Medial Ankle Sprain
Peroneal Tendon Subluxation
Hallux Valgus
Hammer Toe
Dislocation of the Toe
Turf Toe - Hyperextension of the Great Toe
Metatarsal Arch
Interdigital (Morton's) Neuroma
Section 10: Combination Tapings
Achilles Tendonitis Combination Technique
Acromioclavicular Joint Combination
Adductor Strain Combination Technique
Elbow Hyperextension Combination Technique
Hamstring Strain Combination Technique
Hip Pointer or Iliac Crest Contusion Combination
Knee Hyperextension Combination Technique
Medial/Lateral Collateral Ligament Combination
Medial and Lateral Epicondylitis Combination
Metatarsal Arch Combination: Low Dye
Metatarsal Arch Combination: Traditional & Kinesio Taping
Patella Tendonitis Combination Taping/Bracing
Plantar Fasciitis Combination Technique
Quadriceps Strain/Contusion Combination
Shin Splint or Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome Combination
Turf Toe Combination Technique
Valgus Laxity of the Elbow Combination
Wrist Sprain Combination Technique