Course content

• Fascial Unloading:
  • Fascial unloading techniques attempts to alter connective tissue response to mechanical strain (ex. Rotator cuff pain- whiplash- lateral elbow pain- anterior knee pain- thigh injuries- plantar fascia pain)
• Posture re-education tape:
  • Taping can be used as a posture habit re-education reminder. It can improve proprioception of the Posture System and serves as a trigger to correct patients posture when they start to slump.
• Mechanical re-alignment tape:
  • Mechanical re-alignment taping allows patients to participate in daily activities and movement therapy treatments without being limited by pain. There are several different taping procedures that can be provided, depending on movement needs, including the glide, tilt, or rotation. (ex. PPFS- lateral elbow pain- Ankle sprain- shoulder pain)
• Lymphatic tape:
  • Lymph Taping has a wide range of evidence and became an ideal approach for supporting lymphatic drainage. As KT has the same elasticity as the skin it can be applied with a special technique, so that lymph fluid can be drained faster.
• Post neurological conditions tape:
  • The use of taping in neurological re-education changes input into the brain, bringing more representation, to the brain, toward the painful region, which helps to change output, also Based on research evidence, taping is effective for balance function, lower limb function, and walking function in poststroke patients.
• Scar and Suture taping:
  • Non-stretch tapes, for the prevention of linear surgical scarring, are effective in reducing scar characteristics of height, color and itch. Paper tapes have shown effectiveness when applied during wound remodeling or even on mature scarring, with reported subjective changes in scar color, thickness and pliability.
• Athletic Strapping:
  • The general goals of athletic taping are to restrict the motion of an injured joint, to add stability for a temporary period of time. It compresses soft tissues to reduce swelling, support anatomical structures involved in the injury, serve as a splint or secure a splint, secure dressing or bandages, protect the injured joint from re-injury, and protect the injured part while the injured part is in the healing process.
• Floss bands:
  • Tissue flossing involves applying an external pressure above or below a muscle or joint of the extremities, typically by using a circumferential, elastic band. The pressure provided by the coiled band safely maintains arterial inflow of blood but reduces or occludes venous outflow distal to the site. There is evidence that a single floss band treatment can increase the range of motion of the related joint and can positively affect jumping and strength performance.

Learning  Objectives

• Introduction to development of taping and basic principles about different materials of taping
• Discover how to address common MSK and sports injuries and conditions using targeted taping techniques
• Understand how taping can help desensitize pain and promote tissue healing
• Learn guidelines for integrating tape into treatment

• MSK and anatomy experience/background

•  Get ready for one-to-one application (Highly practical course).
• Wear proper and comfortable clothes for easy application.

• Expert Guidance
• Gain a competitive edge in physical therapy profession
• Elevate therapist understanding of taping application

• Read evidence on the taping application
• List your top learning objectives to match it with course objectives

• Learn various taping methods to provide muscle support, reduce pain, and improve joint stability for different areas of the body.
• Explore specialized taping patterns and their applications for unique injury scenarios.
• Uncover the secrets of enhancing athletic performance through strategic taping strategies.
• Get practical experience with step-by-step guidance and interaction.