Main description:

Kinesiology taping on human athletes is all the rage: widely used by physical therapists, chiropractors, and personal trainers, we see it on Olympians, runners, basketball players-on amateurs and professionals. The idea behind taping is that it provides incredible support and stabilisation of ligaments and tendons while simultaneously stretching and flexing like a 'second skin' to allow full range of motion. It can also activate or relax muscles, depending on its application.
Our equine athletes can benefit hugely from taping techniques, and this terrific guidebook provides the ultimate reference for understanding both the uses of kinesiology tape and its numerous applications.
With hundreds of colour photographs and step-by-step instructions for the do-it-yourselfer, equine physiotherapist Katja Bredlau-Morich explains the following forms of kinesiology taping:
Muscle * Lymphatic * Scar * Fascia * Space * Hematoma * Stabilization * Tendon * Cross

In addition, numerous case studies demonstrate how taping can change your horse's life, keeping him pain-free and performing his best for years to come.

Contents:

Introduction
1. Where Does Kinesiology Tape Come From?
2. What is Kinesiology Tape Made Of?
3. The Effects of Kinesiology Tape
4. Indications for Equine Kinesiology Taping
5. Contraindications for Equine Kinesiology Taping
6. Preparation and Treatment of the Horse
7. Tips and Tricks for Kinesiology Taping
8. Before Getting Started
9. Muscle Taping
10. Lymphatic Taping
11. Scar Taping
12. Fascia Taping
13. Space Taping
14. Hematoma Taping
15. Stabilization Taping
16. Tendon Taping
17. Cross Tapes
18. Case Studies
For More Information
Acknowledgements
Index