Adam Lucassian, AT, ATC University of Cincinnati Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer (Women’s Soccer)
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Adam Lucassian, AT, ATC
University of Cincinnati
Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer (Women’s Soccer)
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Board Certified and Licensed Athletic Trainer
Experience
Intern Athletic Trainer- Saint Joseph’s University
Women’s Soccer (Philadelphia, PA)
Intern Assistant Athletic Trainer- Florida Gulf Coast
University Men’s Soccer/Men’s and Women’s Tennis
(Ft. Myers, FL)
Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer- University of
Cincinnati Women’s Soccer (Cincinnati, OH)
Graduated from Central Michigan University
BS in Athletic Training/Sports Medicine
Attending Graduate School at the University of
Cinicinnati
MS in Health Promotion and Education (Exercise
and Fitness)
Research:
The Effect of Kinesio Tape on Myofascial Trigger
Points in Collegiate Female Soccer Players
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What is Kinesio Tape (KT)
History
Who uses KT?
Brief Science
What are claims of Kinesio Tape
Fact or Fiction?
My Research
Questions/Comments
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A latex free and flexible/elastic form of
treatment 1,2,3
“Facilitate movement while offering support
and to prevent over contraction, all while
allowing the body to heal itself
biomechanically.”
Mainly used by PTs and OTs for
rehabilitation originally 2
Massage Therapists and Athletic Trainers
followed later
Certifications available
Many different brands and styles have
made it more friendly for the general
population
“How to Videos”
Online Directions
Available OTC at many stores
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Developed over 25 years ago by Dr.
Kenzo Kase2
Wanted to develop a non-invasive tool
that used kinesiology to treat softtissue injuries
Kinesiology: Student of mechanics of the
body
Introduced to the US in the 1990s4
Most people began to hear of the
technique following the 2008
Summer Olympics2
Karri Walsh wore it on her right
shoulder
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Claims to aid muscles, lymphatic
system (fluids in the body that lead to
swelling), and provide functional
support3
Doesn’t restrict movement.
Releases pressure on the tissues
underneath the skin by separating
the skin from muscles3
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People use KT to help get “stronger”. But what does the research say?
Study #1 5
21 College Athletes
Grip strength was tested
Study #2 6
14 Athletes
Quad Strength
What was found?
Both studies revealed the KT did not significantly increase the strength of the participants
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What should you do instead
Strength Program
Consisting of:
Olympic Lifts (Squats, Deadlifts, Power
Cleans, High Pulls, etc.)
Plyometric Lifts
Consult a professional
Certified Strength and Conditioning
Specialist
Certified Personal Trainer
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Thought behind claim1
May be able to enhance
proprioception and muscle activation
Proprioception
Self-awareness of the body
Sense decreases after a sprain of a
joint
Study1
51 male athletes from premier-league
teams
HOWEVER
The previous study showed no
increase in stability, another study has
shown an increased in proprioception
after long term wear of KT 1,7
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What should you do instead?
Non-elastic “white” tape is shown to be
a better choice than KT to help deal
with and treat ankle sprain
Bracing is also a viable option
Brands
Active Ankle
Cramer
Visit a Medical Professional
Doctor
Athletic Trainer
Physical Therapist
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Theorized to be an effective
method of treating decreased
muscle function and pain8
Study8
30 subjects
Researchers evaluated the range of
motion of the low back with and
without KT
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Results showed that KT may increase
the range of motion of the low back8
Another Study9
Showed an immediate increase in
ankle flexibility after application of KT
Also showed decreased pain*
Other things you should do
Traditional stretching
Foam Rolling
Consult an expert
Athletic Trainer
Strength and Conditioning Coach
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Several techniques and cuts of KT
have been developed for use to deal
with swelling
Claim to help facilitate lymphatic flow
Study10
Stroke patients who exhibited swelling
in the arms were recruited
Taped for 6 days
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Study showed decrease in swelling in
the hands10
Personal experience
ACL Post-Surgery
Large amount of swelling factored into
trouble getting back to full range of
motion
After taping
Decreased swelling
Faster return to range of motion
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The Effect of Kinesio Tape on Myofascial Trigger Points on Collegiate
Female Soccer Players
Myofascial Trigger Points (MTP)11
“Knots”
Tight muscles
Can cause pain
Took 20 Women Soccer Players who
had MTP is their calves.
Study showed a decrease in presence
of MTP after 48 hours.
Decreased Pain
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Contact Information:
[email protected]
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1Briem, K., Eythorsdottir, H., Magnusdottie, R. G., Palmarsson, R., Runarsdottir, T., &
Sveinsson, T. (2011). Effects of kinesio tape compared with nonelastic sports
tape and the untapped ankle during a sudden inversion perturbation in male
athletes. Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 41(5), 328-335.
2Osborn, K. (2009). Tape it up. Massge & Bodywork, 24(3), 52-59
3Morris, D., Jones, D., Ryan, H., & Ryan, C.G. (2013). The clincical effects of kinesio
tex taping: a systematic review. Physiotherapy Theory and Practice, 29(4), 259270.
4Osterhues, D.J. (2004). The use of Kineso Taping in the management of traumatic
patella dislocation. A case study. Physiotherapy Theory and Practice, 20, 267270.
5Chang, H.Y., Chou, K.Y., Lin, J.J., Lin C.F., & Wang, C.H. (2010). Immediate effect of
forearm kinesio taping on maximal grip strength and force sense in healthy
collegiate athletes. Physical Therapy in Sport, 11, 122-127.
6Fu, T.C., Wong, A.M.K, Pei, Y.C., Wu, K.P., Chou, S.W., & Lin, Y.C. (2008). Effect of
kinesio taping on muscle strength in athletes-a pilot study. Journal of Science
and Medicine in Sports, 11, 198-201.
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7Simon, J.S., Garcia, W., & Docherty, C.L. (2013). The effect of kinesio tape on force
sense in people with functional ankle instability. Clinical Journal Of Sport
Medicine: Official Journal of The Canadian Academy of Sport Medicine.
8Yoshida, A., & Kahanov, L. (2007). The effect of kinesio taping on lower trunk range
of motions. Research in Sports Medicine, 15, 103-112.
9Merino-Marban, R., Mayorga-Vega, D., & Frenandez-Rodriguez, E. (2013). Effect of
kinesio tape application on calf pain and ankle range of motion in duathletes.
Journal of Human Kinetics, 37, 129-135.
10Bell, A., &
Muller, M. (2013). Effects of kinesio tape to reduce hand edema in acute
stroke. Topics in Stroke Rehabiliation, 20(3), 283-288.
11Garcia-Muro, F., Rodriguez-Fernandez, A.L., &
Herrero-de-Lucas, A. (2010).
Treatment of myofasical pain in the shoulder with kinesio taping. a case
report. Manual Therapy, 15, 292-295.
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