KT Tape: Hamstrings
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- Опубликовано: 17 янв 2012
- NEW updated instructions are available here: • KT Tape - Hamstrings
Hamstring
The hamstrings are the large set of powerful muscles that span the back of the thigh from the buttocks to the calves and serve to flex the knee and extend the hip. Strains involving micro-tears in the muscles, cramping, and tightness can be felt when the hamstrings are injured or not performing properly. These injuries often heal very slowly and put the individual at risk for recurring injuries if not treated properly.
Hamstring strains occur most often in active individuals and occurrence increases with age. Strains are not caused by contact, but rather by bursts of speed or an abrupt change in direction. Inadequate flexibility, lack of sufficient training prior to sport, muscle fatigue, poor form, and return to activity prior to complete healing of a prior injury are all potential causes of a hamstring injury.
In less severe hamstring strains, the tearing is microscopic. The muscle fibers are essentially stretched too far, and some bleeding occurs within the muscle. In very severe hamstring strains, the hamstring muscle can completely rupture, and may require surgery to repair the torn ends of the muscle. Pain can range from nagging to severely sharp and radiating.
Use KT Tape to relax the injured muscles and increase circulation to the area, as well as provide significant pain relief. Hamstring problems can be very painful and keep you off your feet for quite some time if not treated properly. Combine KT Tape with light progressive stretching, icing after activity, and appropriate rest in order to speed healing.
The following helps identify the severity of the strain:
• Grade I Strain: Mild discomfort, often no disability. Usually does not limit activity.
• Grade II Strain: Moderate discomfort, can limit ability to perform activities such as running and jumping. May have moderate swelling and bruising associated.
• Grade III Strain: Severe injury that can cause pain with walking. Often people complain of muscle spasm, swelling, and significant bruising.
KT tape application is an appropriate use for Grade I and II hamstring strains. Seek professional medical evaluation for grade III strains and use KT Tape as part of a larger treatment plan.
For additional resources, please visit the KT Tape website at www.kttape.com. 
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I swear by this tape, I need knee surgery but can't have it yet, this tape is the difference in walking some days and sitting. I used it on my husband's rotator cuff he swears by it too. you have to do it right but it's like adding a layer of support muscle to an injured area. love it !
the tips about shaving your leg wouldve been helpful at the beginning of the video
That’s why you watch the full video first before taking action 😂😂
brah i saw your comment before the video and had to feel what you experienced. While yes my legs are bruised where the tape was, it did make me forget about my pulled hammy xD
Lolol
Never shaved me leg for tape, just rip it off like a man🤣
Thank you for the lesson & tips.
I don't have pain but have a tightness that I believe will turn into pain if I don't sort it out. I don't know the name of the injury, but the tightness is located here...
If you stand in front of someone looking at their kneecap. Now walk directly behind that person but keep your eyes at the same height. That's where the tightness is - at the back of the knee (not at the back of the kneecap - in the middle of the leg - but right at the back) where the crease is. Where can I find your video for KT application for that area?
My pain is like right under the glut, will this application help with that or should I seek elsewhere?
Thankyou Alex
I do track and my legs hurt everyday, but I did a 400 yesterday and my hamstring and thighs hurt really bad!!
It does. Give it a try and see for yourself.
Where can I get the step by step intsruction of hamstring taping，cause I cant find it on the official website
I pulled my hamstring can this method be used for this
Poor girl, always getting injured.
Haha she is smiling despite her injuries brave girl.
So there's a difference between this video and the original that specifically mentions hamstring tendons. If I have hamstring tendonitis, should I still go with this video, or the original? Thanks!
I would start with this newer one. You can also search our "ask an expert" forum on our website that features customized applications created by PTs and other Drs.
Does it matter if it’s different color
Nice
Professional Trainer.
The Olympics made KT Tape nearly fashionable.
Can we use tape on the pain or two side ??
I used it and worked for me.
Where do I out the tape? Around the area that hurts? And I used bengay is the tape necessary then?
If you put the tape on top of bengay it will not stick. You want to apply the tape directly over the area that hurts.
fucked my hamstring up dunking yesterday, just picked some up and hopeful it’ll help recovery.
I tried this with magic marker. Works just as well as the tape.
Will this work for a complete tear of the hamstring ( diag. MRI) partial tear of another muscle
really late reply, but i tore my hammy and tried to use KT Tape - would not recommend as it is literally+figuratively a band-aid to your larger issue. it was great once my injury was almost completely healed, but you can't expect it to take the place of your actual muscle.
I'm a dancer so I'm really flexible, should I just do what she is doing in the video to stretch my hamstring or should I do a more intense stretch until I feel a stretch?
Dont be afraid to challenge the stretch. I'm a taekwondo martial artist and I lay flat on my back and deep stretch my hamstrings when doing my tape.
Yes it does. Just go on any social media and ask people. Give it a try and see!
Is it possible to tape an area between the hamstring and the gluteus? If so, would it be more towards the gluteus or the hamstring? I am experiencing pain in what I feel is around the long head of the hamstring muscle, but not necessarily the gluteus. Any insight would be much appreciated. Thanks.
omg I'm experiencing this now
what do I do?
Bro😂
Lemme just say this stuff really really works
Shouldnt the tape also end against the skin
Yes it does. Just go on FB or Twitter and ask people. Give it a try and see!
I always pull or strain my right hamstring an hurt my hip cuz I drive left all the time an jump off my right foot for left layups or floaters an do step backs to the left but I shoot right I jump off my right more cuz I broke my left foot 3 times in 5 months so my right leg been carryin my fat ass I need some tape
I pulled it right under my gluts so should I use this?
that is called a hamstring moron
@@erinbecker4904 THATS SO MEAN LOL
You use it during your activity. The tape is designed to help you stay active while you heal from an injury rather than having you just sit out.
hey i tore my lateral hamstring tendon along with my bicep femoris, what do u suggest i do? i have been icing it and taking medication for swelling. i havent been stretching it a lot because of pain do u recommend i keep stretching little by little?
We have a forum on our website. Visit the "ask an expert" forum on the website to get some professional advice.
Do u need the two colors
yes you need the power of both the water and the earth elemental to fully heal your hamstring
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It will depend on the severity of the strain/tear. It will only help to tape.
How does she smile for that long??
Where can you buy it?
Walmart
KT Tape has been a blessing for my hamstring! However, my strain on my hamstring begins right below my buttocks area. This taping method has helped me out, but any recommendations on another taping method for that certain area? I guess you can say my strain is right where my hamstring begins. Also, i've wasted precious tape trying to tape with no assistance, any advice on trying to tape alone? Thanks again!
dose it really work
Mckenna ganna be honest with you idk
Sergio Abloh it’s been 7 years her leg could’ve fallen off waiting for someone to reply 😭😂
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Yes. The tape can actually help the bruise go away.
Foam Rolling is a very stupid suggestion for pulled hamstrings
I was wondering how she smiled so long without blinking.
Hair will do that. The adhesive needs to contact skin to really form a bond.
Does this tape really works?
I hurt my hamstring last Sunday. it was 3 pops I have game this sunday and I wanted to know if I can tap it and play.
When do u use it? Like just when your in pain? Or when you're doing something?
I'm sorry but why does she have this awkward creepy smile?
den525 leave her alone she's fineee
den525 because she knows all has thinking about is that ass
hahaha...I'd still smash her tho
Before I even read your response I was saying the same thing.... She also did not blink very much... lol
You may want to visit our "ask an expert" forum on our website. We have several clinicians to help you get the right application.
Thx
I want this guy's job!
I have this guys job.
Mc kayla fine af
We all know why you clicked on this boys
hahahahahahahahhahahaa
all the tape fell off after about 10 minutes... I Guess it was the leg hair? I don't really want to shave my legs... OH WELL
I'm bummed this thing is a gimmick. There is no medical research to support that it works, and of course putting tape on the top layer = skin, wouldn't logically make sense. Wish I had not looked up research documentation, could have still used the stupid placebo...
I feel you bro but just try it... some people feel a difference some don't. making it hard to tell whether it'd fake or not anyway.
There is evidence to show that placebo still works even if people know they are taking a sugar pill, including a dose-gradient (2 sugar pills more benefit than 1) so not everything is lost bud!
It works. Just like he explains it works. Everyone I have used it on, including self, has reported faster relief and in sports relief for shoulders, partial bicep tears, knee sprain strains, ham strings and groin.