Kinesiology Taping for Shoulder Support (Option 1)

November 29, 2016

Kinesiology tape has been used to reduce shoulder pain, like that caused by shoulder impingement syndrome and more. With its proven benefits and the ongoing research supporting the modality, using kinesiology tape to treat shoulder pain can be incredibly effective. In this episode of Dr. Phil Page’s Kinesiology Taping 101 Series you’ll learn a shoulder […]

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Choose Biofreeze Over Ice to Diminish DOMS

November 28, 2016

Your patients are no stranger to delayed onset muscle soreness, or “DOMS”. Whether they are rehabilitating an injury or completing workouts of their own, pain is an inevitable side effect of being active. This pain can adversely affect muscle function by inhibiting muscle contractions, which can theoretically be thwarted by the application of cryotherapy, which […]

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Performance Health Academy Research Digest: October 2016

November 25, 2016

By Phil Page PhD, PT, ATC, CSCS, FACSM 18 new articles were added to the Academy in October 2016 Kinesiology Taping B Kelle et al. The effect of Kinesio taping application for acute non-specific low back pain: a randomized controlled clinical trial. Clin Rehabil. 2016 Oct;30(10):997-1003. In this randomized controlled trial, acute low back pain patients using […]

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Scrape, Tape and Move: The 3 Essentials to Create Proper Movement Patterns

November 23, 2016

Facilitating and reinforcing proper movement patterns is not a one-size-fits-all formula; every unique body has a unique pathology, and should be treated as such. Identifying, rehabilitating and managing dysfunctions for each individual patient may seem like a demanding task, but the professionals at North American Sports Medicine Institute and Advances in Clinical Education are breaking […]

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Postural Support Kinesiology Taping Technique

November 22, 2016

Posture is one element of human movement that is all-too important, but often overlooked by many patients. Shoulder, neck and upper back pain are commonly associated with poor posture, and kinesiology tape can improve these symptoms in some cases. In one particular case study, kinesiology tape progressively improved rounded shoulder posture and completely relieved the […]

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We’re Making TCC the Place to Be – Join in at Booth 3!

November 21, 2016

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CLX Tricep Extension – #ExerciseEverywhere

November 18, 2016

You didn’t think we’d forget about triceps, did you?! A perfect compliment to your #chestday pump, this workout will help you build some bulk. Try out this super simple move with the TheraBand CLX., compliments of exercise physiologist and personal trainer Jackie Church! CLX Tricep Extension Place your feet in middle loops of the TheraBand CLX, […]

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Resistance and Balance Exercises Improve Gait in Post-Surgical Ankle Fractures

November 17, 2016

It’s no surprise that ankle fractures, one of the most common lower extremity fractures, can have a massive effect on gait. Prolonged degeneration of gait performance can leave anyone susceptible to pain, weakness and injury. Managing a patient’s gait during the rehabilitation stages of an injury is a critical to ensure healthy patterns are taught […]

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How to Apply Kinesiology Tape to the Cervical Spine

November 15, 2016

The cervical spine is the source of an incredible amount of movement and stability, and unfortunately, pain. Among the many therapy options to treat neck pain is kinesiology tape. A few studies have explored how kinesiology tape affects the neck, like a 2012 study that concluded “patients with mechanical neck pain who received cervical thrust […]

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Build an Ankle Injury Prevention Program for Off-Season Soccer Players

November 14, 2016

As this year’s soccer season comes to an end at many schools across the nation, one thing is certain; everyone is already looking towards next season. While athletes are eager to make the most of their off-season by enhancing sports performance, athletic trainers and clinicians must also start to generate a plan to keep athletes […]

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