When хлопковый кинезиологический тейп first appeared, it was mostly available in rolls, featuring a wide range of colors and excellent elasticity, breathability, and waterproofing, making it widely used in professional sports. For many years, the standard method of use was simple rolls, requiring users or practitioners to measure, cut, and round the edges of each tape.
While rolls remain the mainstream, the cotton kinesiology tape industry has undergone a dramatic transformation. Today, the market is flooded with various specialized pre-cut kinesiology tapes and kinesiology strips, each designed for specific locations or therapeutic functions.
About kinesiology strips
Как профессионал производитель кинезиологических тейпов, Аупкон is also keeping pace with the times, designing and producing kinesiology strips in various styles. This shift is not just for convenience; it’s about maximizing the unique biomechanical effects of the tapes using precise shapes.
Elastic therapeutic tapes come in a variety of shapes and styles, each designed to meet specific needs—from improving athletic performance to providing medical support. The following will detail the most common and professional кинезиологический пластырь designs, giving us a deeper understanding of the different styles and their unique applications.
Classic Pre-cut Tape
Size: Typically 5 cm x 25 cm I-shaped strips.
Versatile Uses: These muscle pain strips can be used directly or cut into Y, X, or claw shapes to fit different body parts.
Suitable for: Muscle support, joint stabilization, and pain relief.
Importance: Pre-cut tape saves time and ensures consistent sizing, making it ideal for athletes who need quick application before training or competition.
Y-shaped, X-shaped, and Claw Tape
Y-shaped: A Y-strip designed to wrap around specific areas of muscles and joints, providing support without restricting range of motion. Commonly used for квадрицепс, patella, hamstrings, и плечи.
X-shaped: Provides localized pressure relief, ideal for targeted taping of muscles in cases of теннисный локоть, боль в шее, and hamstring injuries.
Claw-shaped: Features multiple “fingers” to cover large areas of skin, targeting larger muscle groups or areas of diffuse pain and inflammation.
These shapes are designed to fully cover the body needed for application, making them easier and faster to use.
Mouth Sleep Tape
Uses: Mouth sleep tape helps correct poor sleep habits by preventing mouth breathing and snoring through comfortable overnight wear, effectively improving lifestyle.
Кинезиологическая крестовая тейп (Acupuncture Type)
Design: Small, grid-like patches applied directly to pain points.
Function: Similar to acupuncture, it relieves localized pain, muscle tension, or areas of chronic pain.
Пластырь для датчика диабета
Dexcom G6/G7 Patch: Securely attaches a blood glucose monitoring sensor to the skin, ensuring it is waterproof and remains secure for several days.
Suitable for: Diabetic patients who rely on continuous blood glucose monitoring.
Pre-Cut Knee Tape
Shape: Anatomically designed to fit the knee joint.
Function: Provides quick and precise support for athletes or patients with knee instability.
Muscle Pain Relief Patch
Design: Narrow strip patch for precise application.
Uses: Can be used for precise targeting of tendons, trigger points, or acupoints to enhance pain relief without restricting movement.
Thumb Support Tape
Shape: Small muscle pain strips designed specifically for fingers.
Uses: Protects joints, reduces friction damage, and provides gentle support.
Suitable for: Bowlers, rock climbers, or anyone with repetitive finger strain.
Лыжная лента для лица
Style: Designed for outdoor winter sports.
Function: Protects the face from cold winds and insulates against low temperatures.
Face Lifting Patch
Design: A face lifting patch that temporarily lifts and tightens sagging skin; also made of boob tape.
Effects: Smooths wrinkles and restores youthful radiance in a non-invasive way.
Features of kinesiology strips
High Elasticity: The kinesiology strips is designed to provide support without restricting movement, allowing for all-around motion.
Breathability: The wavy, porous surface allows airflow and moisture (sweat) evaporation, helping to prevent skin irritation.
Skin-Mimetic: The elastic therapeutic tape mimics the natural texture and elasticity of skin, contributing to improved treatment effectiveness and comfort.
Water Resistance: The muscle pain relief tape is designed to stay in place even during showering, swimming, and sweating.
Durability: Kinesiology strips can be worn continuously for several days, providing long-lasting results.
Heat-Activated Adhesive: The adhesive strengthens upon contact with body temperature or friction.
Hypoallergenic: The medical-grade acrylic adhesive used is typically hypoallergenic and latex-free to minimize the risk of skin irritation.
Вывод
The world of kinesiology tape is far more than just a simple roll of tape. From classic Y-shaped and X-shaped patches to patches designed for specialized purposes such as sleep, diabetes testing, or beauty, each design has its unique function. Whether you’re an athlete seeking performance support, a patient managing a chronic condition, or someone looking to improve your life, there’s a kinesiology patch for you. Browse Aupcon’s extensive catalog of kinesiology strips today and choose the right patch for your lifestyle and health goals.
