Kinesio Taping in Woodstock, GA

What is kinesio taping and how is it different from sports tape?

Kinesiotape is a stretchy, elastic tape applied directly over the skin near an injured muscle or joint. Unlike rigid sports tape that locks a joint in place, kinesiotape is designed to move with you. It has a high degree of stretch built into the cotton and elastic fibers, which lets you continue moving through your normal range of motion while the area underneath heals.

Dr. Kenny applies kinesiotape based on each patient's needs and where they are in their chiropractic adjustments plan. It is often used alongside other care at the office, including Active Release Technique, to support soft tissue recovery from the inside and outside at the same time.

How does kinesio taping help with pain in Woodstock patients?

The tape works by lifting the skin microscopically away from the tissue below it. That small amount of extra space gives an injured muscle more room to regenerate and can take pressure off the pain receptors sitting close to the surface. Many patients notice this as a reduction in the sharp, pulling pain that comes with a fresh soft tissue injury.

That same lifting effect can create subcutaneous space for lymph fluid to drain more freely. When swelling goes down, muscular pain often eases along with it. This is one reason kinesiotape is a regular part of care for patients coming in from Towne Lake, downtown Woodstock, and surrounding areas off Highway 92 and I-575 after a strain or sprain.

Can kinesiotape reduce joint irritation?

Some studies suggest kinesiotape helps increase the small amount of breathing room a joint needs to move properly. The space created is modest, but it can be enough to assist the joint in both healing and in moving more comfortably day to day.

This can be especially useful for patients also receiving therapeutic modalities like e-stim or ultrasound, since the combination addresses both the joint mechanics and the surrounding soft tissue.

What can you do while wearing kinesiotape?

Kinesiotape is waterproof and breathable, so you can wear it during exercise and in the shower without it falling apart. Because it is made from elastic and cotton fibers that move like human skin, it will not restrict the activities you need to do while you heal.

Dr. Kenny will walk you through how to care for the tape and your injury together, since proper aftercare makes a real difference in how well it works during your recovery.

What does kinesio taping treat in Woodstock, GA?

Kinesiotape has a wide range of uses depending on where and how it is applied. Dr. Kenny will let you know if it is the right option for your condition during your visit.

• Shin splints (tibial stress syndrome) from running, dancing, or a recent change in training intensity
• Knee pain including bursitis, tendinitis, runner's knee, and jumper's knee
• Muscle pain and swelling helped along by better lymphatic drainage
• Sprained ankles, one of the most common injuries treated with kinesiotape in the office

How does Dr. Kenny treat sprained ankles with kinesiotape in Woodstock?

Sprained ankles are the injury most commonly treated with kinesiotape at Strack Chiropractic Wellness Center. These injuries can look straightforward but are often undertreated. When a sprained ankle comes into the office, Dr. Kenny first works to rule out an avulsion fracture, which would require time in a boot instead of tape.

A typical ankle sprain can sideline an athlete for two to three weeks, but the goal is to restore range of motion as quickly as possible so athletes can get back to their sport sooner. You can read more about this approach on the sprained ankle blog post. As a former college pitcher at LaGrange College who dealt with his own sports injury, Dr. Kenny understands how much athletes want to get back on the field.

Who uses kinesio taping at Strack Chiropractic in Woodstock?

Kinesiotape is used for both athletes and everyday patients dealing with soft tissue injuries. Families from Canton, Holly Springs, Acworth, Kennesaw, and Marietta and East Cobb visit the Creekstone Ridge office for care that fits their specific phase of treatment, whether that is Relief, Corrective, or Maintenance care.

Dr. Kenny grew up in East Cobb and attended Kell High School before playing baseball at LaGrange College, so he has firsthand experience with the demands sports place on the body. He is one of the only Active Release Technique certified chiropractors in Woodstock, and kinesiotape is one more tool he uses to support recovery alongside that certification.

What else does Strack Chiropractic Wellness Center offer alongside kinesio taping?

Kinesiotape is just one part of care at the practice. Depending on your injury, Dr. Kenny may also recommend shockwave therapy, in-house digital x-ray to get a clear picture of what is going on, or cupping as outlined on the cupping blog post. Prenatal patients can also learn more about care options built around pregnancy on the prenatal chiropractic page.

If you are not sure what kind of care fits your situation, read about what to expect at your first visit, or browse patient testimonials to hear how others have approached their care. You can also learn more about Dr. Kenny's background and the wellness care offered at the practice.

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