KT Tape: Calf Strain II
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- Опубліковано 21 жов 2024
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The calf muscles consist of two muscles: the gastrocnemius and the soleus. The gastrocnemius is the larger muscle that is visible on the back of the leg, and the soleus is the smaller muscle that is lower down on the back of the leg and mostly underneath the gastrocnemius. Both muscles end up attaching to the heel via the achilles tendon and serve to point the toes down (plantarflexion). These muscles are vital in walking, running, and propelling the body.
Strains in the calf come in varying degrees:
Grade 1
Slight pain in the back of the leg
Zero to very slight restricted motion or activity
Tightness, aching, and slight pain for up to 5 days
Grade 2
Pronounced, sharp, and restrictive pain
Swelling and bruising
Tightness and aching for up to 10 days
Grade 3
Severe pain that is fully restrictive
Moderate to complete inability to restrict the muscles
Significant bruising and swelling
In the most severe cases (ruptures) the muscle is bunched up towards the top of the calf
Calf strains occur due to injury during acceleration, change of direction, or repeated flexion under duress. The muscles may initially begin to spasm, cramp, or swell. Bruising may also become apparent at some time after the initial injury.
Treatment of a grade II calf strain involves rest most importantly. Ice, elevation, and compression are necessary to reduce pain and inflammation, and should absolutely not be relied upon to continue strenuous activity. Grade II calf strains can become very serious if this rest is not afforded to the muscles.
KT Tape provides excellent support for these muscles during unavoidable activity, reducing aching and tightness in the calf. This application also provides inhibition of the muscles to promote relaxation and healing.
Absolutely. KT Tape is designed to keep you active as you treat, prevent or recover from injuries. You can swim, bike, run, work out any way you like.
Visit our website at kttape.com and check out our store locator to find a store that sells KT Tape near you.
Where can I get some of this tape, I climbed 37 floors for training and so the next day I killed my calves with jumping rope, and squats among other exercises. The end result incredible calve tightness and not to mention they were sore, could not even walk for 2 days!
Thanks! I just ordered a 20 pack of 10 inch pro strips. I play basketball, volleyball, football, and do agility drills, so my calves tend to cramp up near the end. I'm hoping this prevents that. Also, I have patello-femoral syndrome, so I will also apply the knee taping to see if it helps my knee pain
@aeiou99999 you can get KT Tape at pretty much any sporting goods retailer- Our website has a store locator if you want to find someone local.
The tape can give added support and be used as a preventative measure. That being said, you'll have to gauge how you feel so as to not push your body too hard.
@mrsjennifermaffei and... two, the tape provides a surface sensation that increases blood flow and neuromuscular awareness. More blood means more nutrients and a reduction in inflammation. More neuromuscular awareness turns the brain on to the injury and prevents further injury.
See- simple:) Let us know if that makes sense or if you have any other question? thx.
I would start with the newest version. There is a link to the new video in the description as well as at the beginning of the video.
We seem to have different definitions of "support". I see it as restricting excess movement. The calf muscle itself can't move out of position, but the joint that it moves can, hence the use of ankle braces to restrict movement, and thus restrict excess calf activity.
As far as "promoting relaxation" mentioned above, that's better achieved by lengthening the muscle, which, as you probably know, inhibits muscle function.
Tape is helpful for keeping the muscle warm (similar to a sleeve).
Yes. The tape will stimulate increased circulation which will help you heal.
@mrsjennifermaffei Great question- but I have to use 'clinic speak' to really answer it:) KT Tape proprioceptively signals the muscle to relax and therefore give itself a chance to heal. The tape is elactic - there should be no friction. Through a signal sent to the mechanoreceptors under the skin, the nervous system will do a number of things that help to promote the healing process. One, the muscle relaxes and stops any spasms or over-activity. (continued in next post)
This application is supporting the muscles of the calf, not the joint. For a more in depth description you can visit our website.
It should help. Check out our application for shin splints or the top of foot app could help too maybe.
13 year ago led video!!?? Still works✊
Hey, what if the pain (where the dot is) is toward the right? Do you shift it slightly to the side?
Hi - thanks for the video. I have issues with the outer calf muscles (gastrocnemius). It get really tender/sore after running and very sensitive to pressure in that outer area on the calves. If using KT tape, should I apply the tape directly above it (the pain point)?
it’s been 12 years, does it still work
how long will KT tape stay on? If i shower with it on, will it peel off?
You should apply it about an hour before practice and wear it during and after for the next several days.
Hi, I have pulled my calf muscle numerous of times before during football games. I have another competition coming soon, I was wondering if this will prevent it from happening again?
Cool, Let us know how it goes!
I have a tare and have been given a brace to wear. Would the tape help with the healing while I am wearing the brace?
How does this help? It doesn't cross any joints, so the support aspect would seem to be minimal.
how do we know when to apply 25% or 50% or no pull at all while crossing the painful site??? does it differ according to antomical sites???
Can this help in actual cramps during a game?
You have more then one way of doing this. Which one should I use?
I have a question I'm a soccer player and I have a leg calf strain I have been out of my soccer practice for 3 days so I have been resting , and I was. Wondering if I put the k t tape before practice and games can I still play with the tape on or no? Or will it make my leg strain worse? My first varsity game is in the 30th so I neeeed some advice please and thank you
Will this also work for the front of the lower leg? I sometimes get cramps in the muscles at the front of my lower leg
I have constant pain in my calf, I can't stand straight and when I do it feels awkward, I feel my posture isn't that great either because of the pain - my muscles feel really tight in one calf and quite painful.... what could be the reason for this? Nd how can I get the pain to stop ?! Thank you
Sounds very much like you have an imbalance (usually but not always originating from the hips), which is often a result of inflexibility. Shit loads of stretching in ALL departments should help. I advise yoga classes.
thanks alot lumosInc this help tremendously
How do you do this by yourself?
I would like to know if KT tape can help on varicose veins? (light one, not too serious)
this doesn't help, you need to avoid putting effort on the pain area for a while and have some rest, and the body will recover itself, it just requires patience.
Question for anyone: for maintenance/preventative is one strip on the middle of the calf vertically sufficient?
There are many people that do that with great success. There are several ways to customize the application for your needs. You might also want to try our new Wide tape for your calf: ua-cam.com/video/bOM58S_WRsc/v-deo.html
And here is an updated version of our calf application for our standard tape:
ua-cam.com/video/VO0avCpZ-V0/v-deo.html
Where does one acquire this product?
Could tis be applied onto soleus pain?
@skidzdummy24 If I were you, I'd tape the calf the night before to give the tape time to loosen up the muscles and surrounding areas and keep it on while you play for support. Also make sure you really stretch out the calf muscles before you play to warm and loosen them up. The guys I teach in the US in summer don't play if they don't warm up properly, it's vital!
damn either he has super strength or I just can't rip the tape in half
The actual tape (not the backing) you have to cut with scissors.
Lol, it's perforated tape
The backing or the tape? Lmao
Omg this is what i need my calf muscle both legs are so worn out after my first time hiking 😭🤦♀️
THIS IS SO HORRIBLE GREEN SCREEN ARGH
I know 😂😂
@aeiou99999 sports chalet , sports authority...any sporting goods store.... i dont think big 5 has it though
can you run with KT Tape?
Yes
seems awesome!
Y'all look like 3D animation
Bro why her legs look fake
Fake background
@fanofbruce both
The intro is super loud wtf xd
He is totally loving this video, chick is pretty hot. :)
Anyway, if you have pain in your muscles, simply stretch and message multiple times a day and man up to the pain. Pain is brain induced to help prevent injury, but a lot of the times it can simply be wrong and it needs to know what is normal fatigue and truly excessive fatigue. Simply tell your brain its normal fatigue and work through the pain and you'll be fine.
how do we know when to apply 25% or 50% or no pull at all while crossing the painful site??? does it differ according to antomical sites???