Dynamic Tape 5cm

Not just any tape, but a Biomechanical Tape^® that changes the game in therapeutic taping. Engineered to provide resistance, this tape can effectively decelerate movements, like the follow-through in a throw, and resist the collapse of joints, such as the knee. By introducing force, it optimizes load and function. While it holds powerful potential, correct application is paramount, and we're here to guide you every step of the way. Grounded in evidence, our approach targets root causes and functionality, ensuring a comprehensive treatment for every need.

Dynamic Tape is applied in inner or mid range with stretch so that the elasticity of the tape absorbs load as the muscle or joint lengthens. This will reduce the eccentric demand on the muscle decelerating the movement e.g. hamstrings. Energy is then stored and as the muscle begins to shorten is re-injected back into the system to assist the concentric contraction.

This acts in much the same way as a bungee cord. The bungee cord absorbs load and decelerates the jumper. Once deceleration is complete the stored energy is reintroduced and the jumper is accelerated upwards. 

Note that this only occurs if the bungee is under tension early in the jump. If it only begins to tension towards the end very little load is absorbed and the jumper hits the ground with considerable force. In other words, applying the tape at the end of range (lengthened position) results in very little load absorption.

By mimicking the action of the muscle we can reduce load absorption requirements of the muscle. Reduced load equals a reduction in pain and metabolic demand which may in turn improve fatigue tolerance. We can assist overloaded muscles, compensate for weak ones, resist to encourage strengthening and pull the body part in various directions to improve the biomechanics.