Abstract
The article offers information on the use of the Kinesio taping (KT) technique in fascia unloading by athletes to prevent and manage injuries to the musculoskeletal system. It describes the physiology of the connective tissue fascia and its risk to damage from load and contraction. It focuses on the application of kinesiotape to increase lymphatic drainage and blood flow to reduce pain.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 21-27 |
| Number of pages | 7 |
| Journal | International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training |
| Volume | 16 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| Publication status | Published - Jul 2011 |