Turf Toe While we are familiar with many kinesiology tape studies typically focused on knees, low backs and shoulders, there was a recent study published on quite a niche injury: turf toe. Turf toe occurs when the big toe is forced into excessive dorsiflexion...
In the quest for optimized movement, pain reduction, and faster recovery, focal vibration therapy has emerged as a powerful tool. While many are familiar with whole-body vibration, focal vibration therapy offers unique benefits when applied directly to specific...
Musculoskeletal (MSK) disorders are one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, accounting for significant economic and personal burdens. Despite their prevalence, MSK disorders are often under-addressed, primarily due to their low mortality rates. With rising...
Interoception refers to the body’s ability to sense and interpret internal signals, such as heart rate, hunger, temperature, and even pain. In manual and movement therapy, understanding interoception allows practitioners to work with the body in a more nuanced...
A study from 2023 found that the application of kinesiology tape to the hamstring muscles of healthy, young females could significantly improve the extensibility of the hamstrings within a very short time period. This study had 96 participants with mild hamstring...
