Description

Kinesio® Clinical Video Series: Throat & Mouth

Kinesio® Tex Tape and the Kinesio Taping® Method can be utilized very effectively as a rehabilitative tool with feeding and swallowing patients. It increases sensory and muscle functions and the tape can be used to facilitate weak muscles. The tape enhances the clinical practices of the therapist and the taping techniques can be taught to the caregivers to apply. This will then assist with carry-over of the techniques outside of the therapy room. It can be used with a variety of facial muscles to assist with oral intake. For more detailed information or questions, it is requested that the individual utilizing the video series contact the Kinesio Taping Association or visit their website at www.KinesioTaping.com and consider taking a formal course. Kinesio Taping® post wound will assist in swelling management by encouraging muscle pumping and lymphatic flow proximal and peripheral to the area to decrease swelling, encouraging decreased pain and increased rehabilitation potential. For more detailed information or questions, it is requested that the individual utilizing the video series contact the Kinesio Taping Association or visit their website at www.KinesioTaping.com and consider taking a formal course.