Performance Therapy — Taping

Taping for Trigger Points - Which Tape to Use?

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Taping for Trigger Points - Which Tape to Use?

Taping for Trigger Points Kinesiology tape can help to provide an accumulated off-loading effect by lifting the tissue around trigger point sites. When applied correctly, this allows an unloading to the vascular, nerve and the fascia to allow the treatment process to continue. For more information about taping for trigger points, please see the NAT course details below.   NAT - Trigger Point Foundation Course (10 CPE)   About the author Stuart Hinds is one of Australia’s leading soft tissue therapists, with over 27 years of experience as a practitioner, working with elite sports athletes, supporting Olympic teams, educating and mentoring others...

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Taping for Trigger Points in the TFL

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Taping for Trigger Points in the TFL

TFL (tensor fasciae latae) trigger points are associated with a wide range of common hip and knee dysfunction are often encountered in a highly resistant form. Pain is also commonly referred down the lateral thigh and to the knee. In many cases, the pain will be referred to the knee only. In this video, Stuart Hinds demonstrates the taping technique used to address TFL trigger points. 

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Taping for Lower Back Pain

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Taping for Lower Back Pain

Stuart Hinds demonstrates the taping technique for the erector spinae trigger points - useful for many forms of generalised lower back pain.

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Self Help Tips for Treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Self Help Tips for Treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

The carpal tunnel is located on the palm side of your wrist. Its' main role is to protect the most important nerve to your hand and the nine tendons that help bend your fingers. When this nerve is compressed, it causes numbness, tingling and eventually hand weakness. Read ahead to learn more about CTS and some self-help tips.

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Taping for Plantar Fasciitis and Heel Pain

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Taping for Plantar Fasciitis and Heel Pain

In this video, Stuart Hinds demonstrates the taping technique for Plantar Fasciitis and heel pain. One of the most common causes of chronic heel pain is plantar fasciitis. The plantar fascia runs across the bottom of the foot and connects the heel bone to the toes.

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