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gtrekker2003 -> Kinesiotape versus Leukotape (August 25, 2004 2:11:00 PM)

Hello.

I was wondering what the difference is in using Kinesiotape versus Leukotape? Do you prefer using one over the other?

Also, is Kinesio Tex the same as Kinesiotape?

Cheers,

gtrekker



Gameth -> Re: Kinesiotape versus Leukotape (June 27, 2005 4:33:00 PM)

Tex is the company that makes the real stuff. Kinesio Tape. So yes they are the same thing. I havent used the Leukotape but I have a free sample coming so I can. The company wants to know what I think of it. I have heard from others that the knock off is crappy though. I should know for myself soon.

Rory Marrello
D.C. Intern



tc -> Re: Kinesiotape versus Leukotape (June 27, 2005 6:22:00 PM)

I believe that Leukotape is firmer than Kinesiotape and is used more in orthopedic taping, like McConnell. Whereas Kinesiotape can be used for muscle facilitation& inhibition. I believe they also use it in lymphedema. I'm interested in this also, so will be taking a class in August.



USAPT -> Re: Kinesiotape versus Leukotape (July 1, 2005 4:42:00 AM)

gtrekker2003,
I use both in my clinic but I have had more success with kinesio tape. I mainly use it for NM re-ed and to facilitate a temp reduction in pain so pts can initiate their ther-ex. (mainly at scapula. I also use it at the patella and tibia). Not a big fan of leukotape..I have used it in place of duct tape once..it works well!! :)



dosrinc -> Re: Kinesiotape versus Leukotape (July 8, 2005 4:20:00 AM)

USAPT, I am thinking of taking the kinesiotape course in Orlando next week, have you taken it, any thoughts, thanks
Rick



USAPT -> Re: Kinesiotape versus Leukotape (July 11, 2005 12:09:00 PM)

Rick
No I haven't. I learned some from Chris M and from another colleague. I've mainly practiced with it on my own and have found it useful.



Gameth -> Re: Kinesiotape versus Leukotape (June 27, 2005 4:33:00 PM)

Tex is the company that makes the real stuff. Kinesio Tape. So yes they are the same thing. I havent used the Leukotape but I have a free sample coming so I can. The company wants to know what I think of it. I have heard from others that the knock off is crappy though. I should know for myself soon.

Rory Marrello
D.C. Intern



tc -> Re: Kinesiotape versus Leukotape (June 27, 2005 6:22:00 PM)

I believe that Leukotape is firmer than Kinesiotape and is used more in orthopedic taping, like McConnell. Whereas Kinesiotape can be used for muscle facilitation& inhibition. I believe they also use it in lymphedema. I'm interested in this also, so will be taking a class in August.



USAPT -> Re: Kinesiotape versus Leukotape (July 1, 2005 4:42:00 AM)

gtrekker2003,
I use both in my clinic but I have had more success with kinesio tape. I mainly use it for NM re-ed and to facilitate a temp reduction in pain so pts can initiate their ther-ex. (mainly at scapula. I also use it at the patella and tibia). Not a big fan of leukotape..I have used it in place of duct tape once..it works well!! :)



dosrinc -> Re: Kinesiotape versus Leukotape (July 8, 2005 4:20:00 AM)

USAPT, I am thinking of taking the kinesiotape course in Orlando next week, have you taken it, any thoughts, thanks
Rick



USAPT -> Re: Kinesiotape versus Leukotape (July 11, 2005 12:09:00 PM)

Rick
No I haven't. I learned some from Chris M and from another colleague. I've mainly practiced with it on my own and have found it useful.



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