Achilles Taping Videos
SpiderTech Precut Groin Tape
The SpiderTech Groin Spider relieves pain and inflammation in the adductor muscles of the inner thigh. It is thin and flexible, allowing it to provide pain relief and support without limiting range of motion. It can help with:
- groin strain/adductor strain
- pulled groin muscles
- adductor tendinitis
- weak, imbalanced adductors
- torn adductors
- bruises and contusions on the inner thigh
- adductor enthesopathy
* Contains 1 single-use application with 3-5 day wear-time.
SpiderTech PreCut Hamstring Tape
The SpiderTech Hamstring Spider relieves pain, inflammation and spasms in the hamstring muscles in the back of the thigh. It has a wide base that is applied just below the gluteal area and extends down the thigh almost to the knee. It can help with:
- Strained or \'pulled\' hamstrings
- hamstring tendinitis
- torn or ruptured hamstrings
- weak or imbalanced hamstrings
- hamstring cramps or spasms
- hamstring pain or stiffness from overuse
- recovery after hamstring surgery
* Contains 1 single-use application with 3-5 day wear time.
SpiderTech PreCut Upper Back Tape
The SpiderTech Upper Back/Postural Spider relieves pain, inflammation and spasms between the shoulder blades. It can also be used for scapular instability and to reduce "round shouldered" posture. The Upper Back Spider is often combined with the Shoulder Spider for certain types of shoulder injuries.>It can help with:
- Upper back pain and inflammation
- Poor posture, rounded shoulders
- Stiffness, spasms or pain related to overuse or prolonged poor posture
- Weak upper back muscles
- Scapular stabilization
* Contains 1 single-use application with 3-5 day wear time.
SpiderTech PreCut Upper Knee Tape
The SpiderTech Upper Knee Spider relieves pain, inflammation and swelling from a wide variety of knee conditions. It provides support for the patella and the thigh muscles that can affect knee function. It can help with:
- Runner\'s, Jumper\'s or Cyclist\'s Knee
- Chondromalacia
- Arthritis or bursitis of the knee
- Patellar tendinitis
- Kneecap pain
- Degenerated knee cartilage
- Recovery after knee surgery
* Contains 1 single-use application with 3-5 day wear time.
SpiderTech PreCut Shoulder Tape
The SpiderTech Shoulder Spider relieves pain, inflammation and spasms in the shoulder and rotator cuff area. This full coverage application provides support for the upper arm, A/C joint, and muscles of the rotator cuff. The Shoulder Spider is often combined with the Upper Back/Postural Spider for certain types of shoulder injuries or postural issues. It can help with:
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Deltoid injuries
- Arthritis, tendinitis or bursitis of the shoulder
- Frozen shoulder
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Shoulder enthesopathy
- Recovery after shoulder surgery
* Contains 1 single-use application with 3-5 day wear time.
SpiderTech PreCut Neck Tape
The SpiderTech Neck Spider relieves pain, inflammation and spasms in the neck and upper shoulder area. It covers both sides of the neck beginning below the hair line, and extends out along the top of the trapezius muscle. It can help with:
- Strained neck muscles
- Neck spasms
- Stiffness or pain from overuse
- Arthritis, bursitis or tendinitis in the neck area
- Torticollis (twisted or tilted neck)
- Weakness or lack of tone in neck muscles
- Cervical disc disease
- Recovery after neck surgery
* Contains 1 single-use application with 3-5 day wear time.
GO Tape 16' (5m) Uncut Rolls - Expired Rolls
GO Tape is designed to be the world\'s best cotton kinesiology tape. It is made from a high thread-count fabric with an advanced elastic core that increases the strength, durability and elasticity of the tape. The patented All-Performance™ acrylic adhesive produces wear-times of 5-7 days, equivalent to other "strong adhesive" k-tapes that cost much more.
- long-lasting adhesive stays on 5-7 days
- shower, swim or sweat as much as you want - GO Tape keeps on going
- high tensile elastic core for superior support without restricting movement
- available in 8 rich colors
- one 5 meter (16 foot) roll can be used for 8-10 typical applications
Caring for the Painful Thumb
Caring for the Painful Thumb - More Than a Splint, was written by Jan Albrecht, an Occupational Therapist and Certified Hand Therapist. Written in terminololgy patients can understand with over 200 color illustrations, the book can be used as a teaching tool for both patients and therapists. A unique feature of Caring for the Painful Thumb is that it is two books in one: half the book is for the right hand and half for the left to help patients easily visualize mobilization and stabilization techniques. Includes step-by-step instructions for applying kinesiology tape to the thumb and CMC joint. 52 sturdy pages, spiral bound. This durable book can be used at the treatment table, or independently by the patient at the completion of therapy. Pages can be copied for handouts.
Kinesio Precuts
Precut Kinesio Tape applications are made from strips of Kinesio Tex Tape, pre-cut into shapes and sizes for specific body parts. Each convenient 3" x 7" foil packet contains enough tape for 1 or 2 single-use applications, plus application instructions. Each strip has been precut with smooth edges and rounded ends. The backing is perforated for easier application, and also has cutting guides for making size adjustments.
RockTape 2" Single Rolls
ROCKTAPE has a tighter weave, greater elasticity and stronger adhesive than other kinesiology tapes. It stays on longer and provides enhanced support, even under the toughest conditions. This makes it a top choice of high performance athletes and those competing in extreme sports.
Single rolls of RockTape are perfect for sport bags, travel kits and home use. Each 2" x 16.4\' roll has enough tape for 8-12 applications. And with a huge assortment of colors and patterns from basic beige to flying skulls, you can make a fashion statement as you blow by the competition! Each single roll of RockTape comes in its own dispenser box and includes a full-color, 2-sided poster showing a variety of therapeutic and performance-enhancing applications.
RockTape Rx Gentle Adhesive Bulk Rolls
RockTape Rx is a gentle adhesive version of RockTape, designed for individuals who are less active or those with sensitive skin. It possesses all of RockTape\'s premium features, but less adhesive makes it gentler on the skin and easier to remove. It can be used to treat sports injuries as well as non-sport related medical conditions. RockTape Rx is an ideal tape for special patient populations such as pediatrics, geriatrics, neurological disorders and pregnancy.
Available in 5 colors - beige, black, light blue, pink and red. Bulk roll sizes only.
- gentle, hypoallergenic adhesive for sensitive skin
- latex and zinc-free
- 97% cotton, 3% nylon
- water resistant - safe for swimming and showering
- 30-60 applications per 105\' bulk roll
- comes with full-color application instruction poster
5-Pack Kindmax Precut Shoulder Tape
Easy-to-apply kinesiology tape support for shoulder or upper arm pain. Illustrated step by step instructions in every package. Great for:
- Deltoid strain or overuse
- Tendinitis in the shoulder or upper arm
- Arthritis or bursitis
- Frozen shoulder
- Recovery after surgery
* Contains 5 packages, each with 1 single-use application with a wear time of 3-5 days.
SpiderTech PreCut Lower Back Tape
The SpiderTech Lower Back Spider relieves pain, inflammation and spasms in the lower back. It is applied at the base of the lower back, extending up to cover both the erector and oblique muscles on both sides of the spine. It can help with:
- Lower back strains, pain and inflammation
- Sciatica
- Muscle spasms in the lower back or gluteal area
- Weak or poorly toned lower back muscles
- Stiff, sore back from overuse
- Degenerative disc disease
- Spinal enthesopathy
* Contains 1 single-use application with 3-5 day wear time.
Genesis K-Motion Kinesiology Tape Uncut Rolls
K-Motion with Copper Infuzion™ is the only kinesiology tape with copper infused into the fabric for enhanced comfort and therapeutic benefits. Copper bracelets have been worn for centuries to relieve joint pain. Now with K-Motion kinesiology tape, you can have the benefits of copper anywhere you need it! Copper also has strong anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties, which reduces skin irritation and helps K-Motion tape remain odor-free, even when worn for several days. Applied correctly, it provides pain relief, increased support and added stability for injured or weakened muscles, delays fatigue and can ease joint soreness. All without sacrificing your comfort or freedom of movement.
- 2" x 16.4\' roll provides enough tape for 8-12 average applications
- Hybrid cotton/synthetic fabric stands up to any environment without breaking down
- Proprietary, low-residue adhesive provides maximum adhesion with no mess
- Provides up to 5 days of continuous support and drug free pain relief
SpiderTech PreCut Wrist Tape
The SpiderTech Wrist Spider relieves pain and inflammation in the joints and muscles of the wrist, hand and forearm. It can relieve pain from carpal tunnel syndrome, wrist sprains and other wrist injuries. It can be applied to the top or the bottom of the writs. It can help with:
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Sprained or strained wrist
- Tendinitis in the wrist, hand or forearm
- Arthritis or bursitis
- Wrist weakness or instability
- Hypermobility of the wrist
- Wrist enthesopathy
* Contains 2 single-use applications with 3-5 day wear time.
KT Tape Edema Strips - 83 Strip Jumbo Rolls
Edema strips are designed to decrease swelling and bruising by increasing lymphatic drainage. They can be used to relieve edema from:
- acute injuries such as sprains, strains and contusions
- post-surgical swelling and bruising
- residual swelling from chronic injuries, arthritis, bursitis, etc.
- lymphedema
KT Tape Edema Strips are 2" wide by 18" long - the longest edema strips available. Each strip has a 2" anchor (the end with the KT Tape logo) and five 16" tails.