TY - JOUR
T1 - Comparison of the mechanical properties of therapeutic elastic tapes used in sports and clinical practice
AU - Matheus, Joao Paulo Chieregato
AU - Zille, Rafael Ribeiro
AU - Gomide Matheus, Liana Barbaresco
AU - Lemos, Thiago Vilela
AU - Carregaro, Rodrigo Luiz
AU - Shimano, Antônio Carlos
PY - 2016/8/20
Y1 - 2016/8/20
N2 - Study design Cross-sectional laboratory study. Objective The aim of the present study was to evaluate and compare the mechanical properties of different therapeutic elastic tapes used in sports and clinical practice. Background Therapeutic tapes have been used since around the 1800s. They are composed of cotton, elastic filaments and adhesive glue that provides an effect of tactile and mechanical stimulation. However, as taping has evolved, manufacturers have implemented new materials and claim that the tensile properties and adhesion of tapes contribute more significantly in the rehabilitation process. Methods Fifty samples of elastic tapes (5 different manufacturers; 10 samples from each manufacturer) were submitted to longitudinal traction until rupture as well as surface adherence assays. Information was recorded on maximum deformation, maximum load, maximum tension and relative stiffness. Results In tensile testing the bandages brand Kinesio Tex Gold – FP® showed higher rates, 3 in 4 properties. During surface adherence tests on the therapeutic elastic tapes the brand Premium Kinesiology 3 NS Tex® showed higher rates, 3 in 4 properties analyzed. Conclusions Tapes from different manufacturers exhibit different characteristics regarding traction and adherence mechanics. Knowledge of these characteristics is fundamental for the optimized use of each tape based on specific therapeutic needs.
AB - Study design Cross-sectional laboratory study. Objective The aim of the present study was to evaluate and compare the mechanical properties of different therapeutic elastic tapes used in sports and clinical practice. Background Therapeutic tapes have been used since around the 1800s. They are composed of cotton, elastic filaments and adhesive glue that provides an effect of tactile and mechanical stimulation. However, as taping has evolved, manufacturers have implemented new materials and claim that the tensile properties and adhesion of tapes contribute more significantly in the rehabilitation process. Methods Fifty samples of elastic tapes (5 different manufacturers; 10 samples from each manufacturer) were submitted to longitudinal traction until rupture as well as surface adherence assays. Information was recorded on maximum deformation, maximum load, maximum tension and relative stiffness. Results In tensile testing the bandages brand Kinesio Tex Gold – FP® showed higher rates, 3 in 4 properties. During surface adherence tests on the therapeutic elastic tapes the brand Premium Kinesiology 3 NS Tex® showed higher rates, 3 in 4 properties analyzed. Conclusions Tapes from different manufacturers exhibit different characteristics regarding traction and adherence mechanics. Knowledge of these characteristics is fundamental for the optimized use of each tape based on specific therapeutic needs.
KW - Athletic tape
KW - Mechanical processes
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U2 - 10.1016/j.ptsp.2016.08.014
DO - 10.1016/j.ptsp.2016.08.014
M3 - Article
C2 - 28111063
VL - 24
SP - 74
EP - 78
JO - Physical Therapy in Sport
JF - Physical Therapy in Sport
SN - 1466-853X
IS - March
ER -