TapeConcept

Method

Pursuing the science of movement (Kinesiology), a kind of elastic tape was being developed which could support the muscles in their function without restricting their movement. By treating the affected muscles in this way, the body’s own healing process is activated. During the development of this method it soon appeared that the possibilities of application were more versatile than only treating muscles.
The tape used has about the same elasticity and thickness as the human skin. The elasticity of the tape in relation to the elasticity of the skin is used to create a lifting effect on the epidermis. Due to the lifting effect more space is created in the area of the subcutis, where all kinds of receptors, blood and lymph vessels are located. By using different taping techniques several other effects can be achieved as well.
Physiological movement is supported, through which the body’s own healing process is activated. In other words, the tape supports exactly that which ideally the body would do itself. The lifting effect of the tape on the skin improves the subcutaneous blood circulation and lymphatic drainage. Through the decrease of pressure the initial lymph vessels can open more widely. This exactly meets the objective of manual lymphatic drainage. The hypoallergenic, porous, skin friendly properties of the tape make it possible to wear the tape for multiple days, thus a 24 hour a day treatment is possible.

Lately new techniques and additions came one after the other after people started working with the concept. Thus new methods of treatment came into being, such as ‘Lymph Taping’, ‘Meridian Taping’ and ‘Cross Taping’. Subsequently all these methods have been included in the Medical Taping Courses which are given by TapeConcept Ltd. The concept can be used by physiotherapists, doctors, orthopaedics, sports coaches and masseurs, but also by non-medical practitioners. However a basic knowledge of anatomy and medical terms is required to use the tape in the best and most effective way.

To many professional Healthcare practitioners Medical Taping has become an essential additional method in their practice.