Taping is one of the most popular techniques in traumatological physiotherapy, rheumatology and orthopaedics.
Neuromuscular taping, also known as kinesiotaping and medical taping, is a growing practise for many professional physiotherapists.
The basic principles of neuromuscular taping were developed in Asia, mainly in Korea and Japan, in the 1960s. The method is based on the belief that muscular activity and movement are indispensable for maintaining or regaining health, and that musculature is not only necessary for movement but essential for proper blood and lymphatic circulation, and body temperature. According to this technique, incorrect musculature function can cause a series of symptoms and injuries.
Elastic adhesive strips, designed in light of these principles, were developed to assist muscular function without limiting movement. Treating muscle injuries in this way re-activates the body’s own healing processes. The way in which this treatment optimises the body’s natural responses makes it highly regarded by patients and physiotherapists alike.
This seminar introduces students to new neuromuscular taping techniques based on the activation of the neurological and circulatory systems.