The MTC Handbook by sports and pediatric physiotherapist practitioner and lecturer Harry Pijnappel is a comprehensive manual that covers the theory and practical applications of the Muscular Taping Concept style of taping. MTC is derived from the original Asian methods of kinesiology taping, but has its own unique applications due to the methods that have been refined as medical research and practical knowledge in kinesiology taping methods has grown.

MTC focuses on stimulating regeneration and self-healing in muscles, joints, organs, and the neurological/circulatory systems without restricting freedom of movement in any way. This book begins with the overview of the principles of the Medical Taping Concept including how kinesiology taping works specifically to combat pain, itching, and swelling and continues to detail how it provides support to muscles and joints. There is a general section detailing common tape cuts and applications with their uses, but the majority of the book is dedicated to the in-depth illustrations and step-by-step instructions for specific applications from TMJ in the jaw to Hammer Toe in the foot. Also included is a DVD that provides even more instruction for applications to add to what is available in the book.

*This book is written to be easy to understand, but does include medical terminology that may be difficult for introductory users.

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.

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.

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.

I Strips are used to provide support and pain relief to injured muscles and joints without restricting range of motion The 6" length is ideal for smaller body parts or pediatric use. Convenient 15-pack is ideal for sport bags and first aid kits.

Sample pack contains 5 blue and 8 black 6" I strips.

KT Tape\'s KT Recovery+ Ice/Heat Massage Ball is like having your own personal, portable trauma kit. Whether you prefer heat therapy, cold therapy or need to alternate, Ice/Heat has you covered.

The versatile, interchangeable balls are a key component in the system allowing you to choose to massage as is, with ice, or with heat.

Y-strips are used to provide both support and pain relief for injured muscles and joints. The base of the Y is applied at either the top or bottom of the injured muscle or joint, then the two arms are applied around the borders. Select a size large enough to surround at least 80% of the injured area. 

Use the dropdown selectors below to customize your selection to fit your needs:

1. Select strip length - 6", 8", 10" or 12"

1. Select quantity - 15-pack or box of 50

1. Select color - beige, black or light blue

*Not all option combinations are currently available. If you do not see your desired option in any dropdown list, try changing one or more of the previous options.

Got painful hotspots or trigger points? RockBalls are a great way to perform self myofascial release with pinpoint accuracy. The mesh carrying bag includes a 3.5" spikey ball, a 2.5" smooth ball and an instruction book showing release locations for trigger points plus mobility exercises. The 2 different surfaces give you two different tools to break through tough tissues. Also included with every RockBalls kit is a Movement Manifesto booklet, featuring a multitude of corrective exercises and tissue release techniques.

• Easy to use - just roll or press on trigger points, hot spots, tight or spasmed muscles to release spasms, tightness, scar tissue

• Contains 2 PVC rubber myofascial release balls - one 3.5" textured (spiky) ball and one 2.5" smooth ball

• Includes RockTape Movement Manifesto booklet with corrective exercises and tissue release techniques

• Convenient and portable - keep one set at home and one in your gym bag

The SpiderTech Elbow Spider is a precut kinesiology tape for the elbow and forearm. It can be worn on either the inside or outside of the elbow. It can help with:

• tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
• golfer\'s elbow (medial epicondylitis)
• muscle, ligament or tendon injuries of the elbow or forearm
• olecranon bursitis
• arthritis or bursitis of the elbow
• elbow enthesopathy
• cubital tunnel syndrome

* Contains 1 single-use application with 3-5 day wear time.

Got painful hotspots or trigger points? RockBalls are a great way to perform self myofascial release with pinpoint accuracy. The mesh carrying bag includes a 3.5" spikey ball, a 2.5" smooth ball and an instruction book showing release locations for trigger points plus mobility exercises. The 2 different surfaces give you two different tools to break through tough tissues. Also included with every RockBalls kit is a Movement Manifesto booklet, featuring a multitude of corrective exercises and tissue release techniques.

• Easy to use - just roll or press on trigger points, hot spots, tight or spasmed muscles to release spasms, tightness, scar tissue

• Contains 2 PVC rubber myofascial release balls - one 3.5" textured (spiky) ball and one 2.5" smooth ball

• Includes RockTape Movement Manifesto booklet with corrective exercises and tissue release techniques

• Convenient and portable - keep one set at home and one in your gym bag

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.

I strips are the most commonly used taping configuration. They can be applied directly over the belly of an injured or overused muscle to assist in recovery or wrapped in a curved pattern around an injured joint. They can be used to provide decompression for pain relief or compression to promote recovery. Available in a variety of lengths for different body parts and situations.

Use the dropdown selectors below to customize your selection to fit your needs:

1. Select strip length - 6", 8", 10" or 12"

1. Select quantity - 15-pack or box of 50

1. Select color - beige, black or light blue

*Not all option combinations are currently available. If you do not see your desired option in any dropdown list, try changing one or more of the previous options.

Excel Performance Tape is a multi-use kinesiology tape developed to assist bowlers with ball fitting, release speed and

skin protection. Rather than being applied inside the holes of the bowling ball like insert tape, Excel Performance Tape is applied directly to the thumb and fingers for a more customized application. The highly elastic synthetic fabric stretches and moves with your skin and the patented adhesive leaves no sticky residue. The 2.75" x 1" (7cm x .5cm) size is perfect for wrapping around fingers and thumbs, but is also great for toes, heels and other small areas of the body that need some extra protection.

If you\'re not sure which Excel product will be best for you, this sample pack is a great item to start with. It contains 2 strips each of Excel 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 so you can test them all to determine which gives you the perfect fit.

Excel Performance Tape is a multi-use kinesiology tape developed to assist bowlers with ball fitting, release speed and skin protection. Rather than being applied inside the holes of the bowling ball, Excel Performance Tape is applied directly to the thumb and fingers. The highly elastic synthetic fabric stretches and moves with your skin and the patented adhesive leaves no sticky residue. The 2.75" x 1" (7cm x .5cm) size is perfect for wrapping around fingers and thumbs, but is also great for toes, heels and other small areas of the body that need some extra protection.

Excel Performance Tapes provide you with superior protection against blisters, cuts and abrasions, and is available in five distinct styles. Ranging in texture, thickness and elasticity, these tapes give you a multitude of options to fine tune release speed, plus the ability to layer pieces for the perfect fit with less waste, and the power of kinesiology to increase blood flow and control swelling.

Easy-to-apply kinesiology tape support for pain, spasms or stiffness in the neck, upper back or upper shoulder area. Illustrated step by step instructions in every package. Great for:

• Neck pain, stiffness or spasms
• Strained or fatigued neck muscles
• Cervical disc disease or arthritis
• Weak or imbalanced neck muscles
• Recovery after surgery

* Contains 5 packages, each with 1 single-use application with a wear time of 3-5 days.

Easy-to-apply kinesiology tape support for wrist pain. Can be applied to top or bottom of wrist. Great for:

• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Sprained or strained wrist
• Arthritis in wrist or hand
• Tendinitis in wrist flexor or extensor muscles
• Recovery after wrist surgery

* Contains 5 packages, each with 1 single-use application with a wear time of 3-5 days.