Course Description:
The popularity of kinesiology taping increased dramatically following its extensive use by athletes at the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympic Games. Benefits of the unique tape and taping techniques extend well beyond the athletic realm. It is a functional tape that allows patients from all walks of life to perform at high levels, and it can be applied in a variety of therapeutic situations. This course was created by Dr. Ted Forcum, '08 US Olympic Sports Medicine Team Member who helped popularize the distinctive multi-colored strips of tape by treating athletes from a variety of sports during the Beijing Olympic Games. The course covers the basic philosophy and techniques and instructs students how to implement nineteen basic therapeutic applications. The is a multi-media course taught through a combination of text and video, both of which are available online. In addition, students are advised to perform all applications on a test subject as they progress through the program in order to understand the complexities of kinesiology taping. The passing score for this course is 80%.
Accreditation:
BOC: Approved 8 CEUs #P8090-14. NSCA: Approved 0.8 CEUs #J1019. PTs, Please check with your individual state licensing agency for your specific CEU requirements.
Textbook Author(s):
Ted Forcum, DC
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Course Schedule:
Courses are self-paced, and all materials are available ONLINE immediately after the purchase is complete.
Professional Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to: Background and Basics Define the realm of therapeutic applications of the basic kinesiology taping techniques described in this course. Understand both the basic history and current trends of kinesiology taping. Define essential kinesiology taping related terms. Utilize existing anatomy and physiology background necessary for applications (learner should already possess the requisite vernacular as well as anatomy and physiology knowledge necessary to implement each application).Basic Tactile Understand physical characteristics of tape and how these characteristics affect its application and therapeutic capability. Demonstrate proper general physical handling and use of kinesiology tape. Apply and manipulate tape (including strip preparation, stretching to proper tension, splitting, adhering, and securing). Locate anatomical landmarks and position patients body for proper taping of each of the nineteen applications. Diagnostic Determine if kinesiology taping is a suitable therapeutic tool, based on a specific diagnosis. Apply one or more of the 19 basic kinesiology taping applications effectively as a therapeutic tool based on patient diagnosis.Applications Prepare patient for taping, relevant to each specific application. Understand general theory behind each therapeutic application. Apply tape properly based on diagnosis and need. Explain to patient the reasonable expectations of specific taping applications. (Included in this objective, the learner should understand the need to make patient aware that any therapeutic and/or performance intentions of kinesiology taping is based on empirical and anecdotal evidence, and that conclusive research as to its benefits is still ongoing).Prognosis and Follow-up Identify how specific techniques should help patient and monitor patients progress accordingly. Offer proper guidance, cautions, and advice to patients as it is relevant to kinesiology taping. Understand and implement recommended follow-up procedures and supplemental therapy based on specific applications.
Table of Contents:
Overview Learning objectives Instructor backgroundFoundation of Kinesiology Taping Brief History of a New Technology Theory Behind Kinesiology Taping Principles of Athletic Taping Comparative Benefits of Kinesiology Taping Treatment Related TerminologyWorking with Kinesiology Taping Getting started Basic techniques and handling Skin preparation Tensions Patient positioning Tape removalUpper Extremity Applications The Thumb The Wrist Lateral Epicondylosis AC Joint Rotator Cuff Biceps TendonAxial Skeleton Cervical Ribs Thoracic Spine Lumbar SpinLower Extremity Piriformis/Gluteus Maximus Tensor Fascia Lata (TFL) Iliotibial Band Infrapatellar Tendon Chondromalacia Patella/Lateral Facet Achilles Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome Plantar FasciaEdema/Lymphatics
Rachel Livingstone MA, ATC
Susan Callagy MA, ATC, PTA, CSCS
