The Effects of Kinesio Tape ® and No Tape for Muscle Facilitation and Inhibition, for Collegiate Athletes With Self-Reported Shoulder Pain

The use of Kinesio Tape ® as a therapeutic modality is a common intervention used in occupational therapy. However, there is a lack of research on the benefit of using Kinesio Tape®, especially during the occupation of sports. The purpose of this research was to determine if Kinesio Tape® causes a difference in muscle f acilitation, inhibition, and pain, between Kinesio Tape® and no tape for collegiate athletes with self-reported shoulder pain.
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Source Type: research