Athletic taping can prevent injury or facilitate an injured athletes’ return to competition.
In general, taping should limit abnormal or excessive movement of a sprained joint while also providing support to the muscles and ligaments the sprain has compromised. It may also offer early movement proprioceptive feedback allowing the athlete to make the appropriate modifications to the movement being performed, as well as retrain the injured tissue.
Regardless of how taping of a joint works, it should not substitute for a rehabilitation program. Taping should be applied in conjunction with stretching and strengthening exercises.
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For several weeks, Dr. Frederick combined ultrasound with manipulation of my knee, massaged and stretched my leg/knee ligaments and muscles and adjusted my lower back; she also demonstrated to me muscle strengthening exercises to keep my knee stable and to improve my core strength. At each visit, Dr. Frederick listened closely to my observations, monitored my progress in terms of pain, flexibility and stability as well as encouraged and also instructed me with new exercises.
I have been with Dr. Frederick for about 8 months. She was a referral from my Chiropractor who moved. I have been pleased with the relief my treatments have given me. The various exercises that she suggested have also helped to strengthen my weak areas. Also, Dr. Frederick, being a new graduate, is on the leading edge of chiropractic treatments and I have found this to be beneficial, especially the work done on my sinuses.
At my initial visit with Dr. Frederick, she asked many questions about my overall health which I appreciated as it was a way for her to get to know me as a patient. Her method of treatment differed from what I was used to, but as time went on, seemed to be very effective for lasting well being. She offers suggestions for exercises and stretching for good management between visits. Dr. Frederick is very approachable and easy to talk to and I would gladly recommend her to anyone who is needing chiropractic treatment.
