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DONGBANG Acu-Tape

What is Acu-Taping? This is a relatively new treatment method particularly, but not exclusively, for the treatment of pain. It is a development of Kinesio-taping and was described by two German doctors, Hans-Ulrich Hecker and Kay Liebchen. The method has its roots in traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture, but also in osteopathy. Acu-taping differs from Kinseo-taping in that any “western” symptom can be translated into a Chinese clinical picture and then managed with this therapy. Thus more complaints can be treated using Acu-taping, including internal problems such as bowel disorders, menstrual problems, and many others. The expected effects of Acu-taping can be summarized as follows: Pain reduction. Reduction in muscle spasm, improved tone of weak muscles, anti-inflammatory actions, improved immune state, decongestion and improved blood circulation. Acu-taping is especially useful in the realm of sports medicine. The tapes are either 5 cm or 2.5 cm wide and 5 meters long. They are made of specially designed stretchable fabric with an acrylic adhesive. The tapes do not contain any other chemicals or medications. They are presented in 4 colours beige, black, pink, and blue. The different colours are purely for personal preference, and are not intended to have different functions. The Reported Benefits The expected effects of Acu-taping can be summarized as follows: * Reduction in Pain and muscle spasm, * Improved blood circulation, muscles tone and immune state * Anti-inflammatory actions and * Decongestion Hint for use: 1. Always shape the cut ends of the tape in such away that they are curved with no sharp corners. This helps to reduce the problem of the corners catching in clothing so that the tape becomes dislodged. 2. To correctly apply the tape firstly measure the required length while the backing tape is still in place and shape the corners as outlined above. 3. Position the area to be taped in such a way that the underlying muscles are fully stretched. 4. Remove the backing and lay the tape on the skin and stick it into place 5. Do not stretch the tape – simply lay on the skin. As the affected muscles relax the tape will take on a slightly corrugated form. Acu-Tape should last in place for between 3 and 7 days. The exact length of time will depend on how greasy the skin is and how much the subject perspires. It is possible to shower carefully with the tape in place. The area should be patted dry and not rubbed. If the tape then feels unpleasantly damp, the area may be dried using a hairdryer at its lowest heat setting and held some distance from the body.