P5140012

Mechanical Correction Application Technigues

Application of Y Technigue

Application of Y Technique with tension on tails of Y. This technique uses the "recoil" effect of the elastic qualities of the tape to position the tissue in the direction of the base of the Kinesio Strip. The amount of stretch applied to the Kinesio Strip and degree of downward pressure determines the depth and perception of skin movement.

Start tape with no tension at the begin-ning. Hołd base of Y to beginning of tails to not create any tension

Apply moderate to severe, 50-75% of available tension. Morę tension can be applied over tendon or ligament. Tension is applied both in the longitudinal direction and with downward pressure.

When the desired tension has been applied, slide the hand, which is holding i the base of the Y tails up to the point of end tension. Leave approximately a one inch ■ length of tape at end.

Lay down the finał approximately one inch of remaining tape tails with no tension. Where appropriate take joint through fuli ’ rangę of motion prior to laying down ends.

Application of Y Technigue.

Application of Y Technique with tension on base of Y. This techniąue uses the base of the Y cut to apply tension to the skin. The amount of stretch applied to the Kinesio Strip and degree of downward pressure determines the depth and perception of skin movement.

Start tape with no tension at the begin-ning. Hołd base of tape to not create any tension.

Apply moderate to severe, 50-75% of available tension. Morę tension can be applied over tendon or ligament. Tension is applied both in the longitudinal direction and with downward pressure. Prior to tape application the practitioner may want to place the patients joint in a position which may either stimulate or limit motion.

When the desired tension has been applied slide the hand which is holding the base of the Y up to the point of end tension.