Includes index. "Original German title: John Langendoen, Karin Sertel, Das taping-selbsthilfe-buch, 1st edition c2011 TRIAS Verlag in MVS Medizinverlage Stuttgart GmbH & Co.KG, Germany"--Title page verso.
Contents:
What you need to know about taping -- What is taping? -- How does taping work? -- The basics of kinematic taping -- What you should know about the tape material -- What role does the color of the tape play? -- Preparing and applying tape play? -- Preparing and applying tapes correctly -- Which tape for which complaint? -- All tapes from head to toe -- Basic tapes -- Foot and lower leg tapes -- Knee, thigh and pelvis tapes -- Chest, abdomen and back tapes -- Hand and finger tapes -- Elbow and forearm tape -- Shoulder girdle tapes --Cervical spine tapes -- Head and face tapes -- Taping special points.
Summary:
An effective way to treat a myriad of conditions such as muscle pain, bruising, sore muscles, bad posture, swelling, strains, sprains, support during training, arthritic conditions, menstrual complaints, headaches and even sinusitis. Tapes, both elastic and non-elastic, are applied directly to the skin. The most important effect of the tape is pain relief and the second is increased mobility. That relationship between pain and movement is critical. A perceived decrease in pain enables more movement, which is essential to recovery and rehabilitation. How to tape oneself, friends or loved ones safely and effectively is explained in easy-to-understand directions and step-by-step photos showing how taping works, where and when it can be applied, and what to do during a practice session.
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