Therapeutic taping

Module: Therapeutic Taping

description:

In this module, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the potential effects of therapeutic taping, including the use of sports tape, kinesiology tape, dynamic tape, and leuko tape. You will learn about modern explanatory mechanisms and explore the research that both supports and challenges the use of taping. This will give you a holistic perspective and enable you to identify when taping can be used effectively for your clients and patients.

What you will learn:

Introduction to therapeutic taping:

Understand the different types of tape and their specific uses:

•    Sports tape
•    Kinesiology tape
•    Dynamic tape
•    Leukotape

Biomechanical principles and explanatory mechanisms:

•    How taping affects the musculoskeletal system.
•    Biomechanical effects on joint mobility, support and stability.
•    Sensory and proprioceptive effects of therapeutic taping.

Research-based practice:

•    Review of current research that supports and challenges the use of therapeutic taping.
•    Critical appraisal of studies to understand the evidence base for different types of taping.
•    Overview of clinical guidelines and recommendations.

Application of therapeutic taping in practice:

Practical training in the correct application of different types of tape.

Learn to choose the right taping method based on the patient's specific needs:

•    Acute injuries
•    Chronic pain
•    Post-operative rehabilitation
•    Prevention of sports injuries
•    Identifying contraindications and precautions when using tape.

Taping for specific conditions:

•    Ankle and foot injuries
•    Knee and hip problems
•    Shoulder, elbow and wrist problems
•    Neck and lower back pain
•    Neurological conditions and postural dysfunctions

Ethical and clinical considerations:

• Discussion of ethical challenges related to therapeutic taping.
• Development of clinical reasoning for decision-making in relation to taping use.

Learning objectives:

•    Understand the different types of tape and their potential effects.
•    Develop skills in the correct application of sports tape, kinesiology tape, dynamic tape and leuko tape.
•    Critically evaluate the research to identify when and how tape should be used.
•    Apply modern explanatory mechanisms and research-based practice in taping.
•    Adapt taping techniques for specific clinical conditions.

We offer a thorough, research-based and practical approach to therapeutic taping that provides you with the necessary competence to use tape as an integral part of the treatment plan. Through this module, you will become a qualified therapist who can apply tape safely, effectively and in accordance with best practices in the field.