There are many different types of taping materials and techniques available. Chartered physiotherapists are experts at selecting the type of tape and technique that is most appropriate for you:

• Rigid Tape can be used to stabilise or support a ligament injury, provide pain relief by offloading painful tissues and facilitate normal movement.
• Elastic tape can be used when less support is required - when supporting a muscle strain.
• Kinesiology tape assists the muscles function during movement.

Strapping and taping can be used for foot, ankle and knee strapping, shoulder strapping , wrist/hand/ thumb strapping, hamstring muscle and calf muscle strapping.

Taping can be used as a protective mechanism in the presence of an existing injury, while allowing return to sport. It can also be used as an adjunct to your rehab from injury, Following a thorough musculoskeletal assessment, we will discuss with you whether or not taping will be helpful for your problem and which type of tape and taping technique is most appropriate.