Kase K, Wallis J, Kase T. Clinical therapeutic applications of the Kinesio taping method. Kinesio 2013, 3rd edition. When you feel it, you will notice that one side feels rough and one side smooth. The rough side has glue on it and when heated with the iron, this glue melts and bonds to your fabric permanently. How to use I use forming tape interfacing

On a scale of 1 to 10 electrical tape would fall in around 2. It’s just not good at all to stop a water leak. An alternative to stay stitching for heavier fabrics or where stay stitching may cause the fabric to stretch or distort. Can be used on curved edges. Can be used to create structure such as break lines on a collar. It can be used to wrap around a leaking pipe to give it a temporary protective seal as eventually, you will need to replace the pipe.A standard strip of tape with no cuts or alterations. Kinesiology tape is generally manufactured in a role of I strips. Particularly effective when applied to injured muscles. Another consideration is whether you will use woven or non woven interfacing. We have a mixture of woven and non woven interfacing available and again which type you choose is largely down to personal preference. Woven Interfacing

In Kinesiology taping, various tapes are used, from K-Active, AcuTop, and Theraband to the brand-specific for a country. Still, stretching rules for application techniques are based on Kinesio Tex Tape. None of the above-mentioned tapes has been tested for its stretched properties. Therefore, clinicians do not know if 15% stretch on K-Active equals 15 % stretch on AcuTop. The amount of stretch is one of the main principles because targeting specific tissue is the treatment goal. An Electrical tape would be able to hold a leak under pressure for perhaps maximum 10minutes, that is if you are able to wrap it around the pipe. A good practice after cutting the tape to whichever shape you want, is to round off the tape by cutting off the corners. The only time you should consider using electrical tape or even duct tape would be to fix a very small leak that’s not under a lot of pressure. Fabiana M, Perestrelo AR, Vinarský V, Pagliari S, Forte G. Cellular Mechanotransduction: From Tension to Function. Frontiers in Physiology 2018;8:824A really handy tip for non conventional use of bias tape can be to use it for dressmaking where you are concerned stay stitching may distort or damage the fabric by positioning the line of stitching at the seam line as detailed above. Edge Tape On a scale from 10 to 10 Flex Seal would come in around 8. A downside to this type of tape is that if you ever want to remove the tape it could be a struggle. It can also provide support for tendons, which take on the load from our bodies and forces from the ground. The patellar tendon is a common source of pain for athletes who run and jump, along with individuals who sit for prolonged periods of time. Tape can be applied to lift and support the patella, and acts similar to a patellar strap or brace. Kinesio Taping Method has evolved over the past 20 years from a mechanical effect on the tissue to the neurophysiological one based on the discoveries in cell biology, fascia and mechanotransduction. The Kinesiology taping principles remained unchanged. One of the most important things to look for in a kinesiology tape intended to be used on the shoulder area is adhesiveness. Shoulders move quite a bit throughout the day so having a tape that will stay put is important. KT Tape Pro offers that with their re-engineered adhesive formulated to stay on for four to seven days. In addition, KT Tape Pro features a strong elastic core designed to provide better support to muscle, joints, and tendons while retaining its elasticity.