Aguillar-Ferrandez et al. 2013
Effects of Kinesio Taping on Venous Symptoms, Bioelectrical Activity of the Gastrocnemius Muscle, Range of Ankle Motion, and Quality of Life in Postmenopausal Women With Chronic Venous Insufficiency: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Instructions: A water-resistant wave-pattern adhesive tape was employed in both groups for KT procedures. The experimental group received taping with 3 strips according to the recommendations of Kase et al. The initial application to enhance GM activation used 2 Y-shaped strips in external gastrocnemius (EG) and internal gastrocnemius (IG) muscles. Individuals were in a prone position for the KT application. The tape direction was from origin to insertion at tensions ranging from 15% to 50%. For placement of the I-strip to promote dorsiflexion, the individual was placed in a supine position for KT functional correction of the ankle, making a bridge with 50% tension.
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