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Kinesio & Athletic Taping

Kinesio & Athletic Taping
Taping in physiotherapy is a procedure that involves the application of specialized tape to the skin to help maintain stability of the bones and muscles during activity.

Taping is an effective treatment for relieving pain, stabilizing joints, and creating body awareness.

  Can Be Used For:

  • Joint and ligament support
  • Pain control and management
  • Postural retraining
  • Joint position and proprioception
  • Positional correction and increased support
  • Sports rehabilitation

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How does Taping work?

Following an assessment your physiotherapist will design a customized taping plan.

Kinesio Taping

Kinesio and athletic taping is widely used by certified physiotherapists to assist in patient recovery. Therapeutic taping uses unique application techniques to assists with the support and rehabilitation of an injury. Taping will assist patients of all age groups and skill levels return to normal movement patterns, everyday tasks, as well as optimize their performance in sporting activities.

Benefits of Kinesio & Athletic Taping

   Helps you support or stabilize injury.
   Relieves pain and controls swelling.
   Promotes normal movement and better postural patterns.
   Facilitates stable and pain-free movement during activities and sports.

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We are an approved physiotherapy provider in the WorkSafeBC Physiotherapy Network (WCB). Learn more here.

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We bill ICBC directly for authorized treatments. Learn more here.

What Patients are Saying

  • The staff at this location is very professional and friendly. I have been a patient with Deepika for well over 1 Year .I am very happy with her knowledge and expertise she demontrates in her field. The atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable, and my medical concerns have been well taken care of. Another bonus is the convenient location, where the service is being offered. I certainly recommend Deepika as a physiotherapist.

    Christina S. – Google review

  • I highly recommend South Vancouver Physio clinic! The staff are extremely welcoming and friendly. Deepika S has been treating my knee injury and after the first few sessions with her I could already see an improvement. She really takes her time and listens to you to understand where the problem areas are. She is great and I highly recommend seeing her.

    M O – Google review

  • I recently injured myself while doing the Grouse Grind. So, I decided to visit a physiotherapist to help with my recovery. I was very happy with the service and guidance that Jonathan provided. I highly recommend Jonathan and the team and South Vancouver Physiotherapy.

    Daniel M. – Google review

  • I strongly recommend this clinic. They primarily consider health, not money. Thanks for the good service, especially to my physiotherapist Deepika Shantaram Sawant!

    Ferhat Ç. – Google review

  • When I first attended South Vancouver Physiotherapy Clinic in 2016 I could barely lift my hand. Thanks to Deepika that has changed. The minute you walk in for your treatment there is a sense of warmth and genuine caring. Deepika is very kind and friendly and always takes her time. After every session, I feel the tremendous benefit of her treatment with the heavy feeling in my hand disappearing. She gives fantastic professional advice and Physio sessions.I highly recommend Deepika to many and will not hesitate to continue to do so. Thanks to Deepika for her incredible knowledge and dedication to her patients.

    Chandani M. – Google review

  • I am really glad to find this place, and Deepka as therapist, she has been really helpful and understanding my pain. My specialist has given up treating my foot pain but Deepka has fixed them. The staff are also helpful and friendly. This is conveniently located and open long hours so anyone needs to work seriously, this is the place to go.

    Michiyo S. – Google review

  • Thank you wonderful team at South Van Physio. Thank you Pratik Vyas for excellent treatment plan. Highly recommended for physio needs.

    Ps J. – Google review

  • Jonathan has been treating my tricky lower back and neck issues for seven years now and I won’t see anyone else! He takes the time to understand what is bothering me, and responds with an appropriate treatment plan – I always leave feeling better than when I arrived.

    J.A. – Google review

  • The staff were really friendly and my physiotherapist helped me recover with a work related injury. She’s very caring and kind, and I loved her taping. I highly recommend the services that South Van Physio has to offer.

    Patrick A. – Google review

  • Deepika Sawant’s service is exceptional! I come here for ICBC injury and I feel much improved after visiting her regularly since the last car accident. Everyone here is so friendly and very helpful! I also love the relaxing atmosphere as well. Can’t stop raving about Deepika and this clinic to all of my families and friends!

    Miri L. – Google review

  • I really love the service. Thanks to my physiotherapist Deepika she helped me a lot to recover from my accident and later my knee. I love her tapping and care she shows towards her patients. She is awesome. Thanks again!!!

    Steph J. – Google review

  • Quick note to say thank you. Finally, I feel some relief!! Feel so much better than I did when I walked in there today. Much appreciate the treatment.

    Parveen – Google review

  • Deepika Sawant is simply Amazing! Her combination of methods is brilliant and my condition is improved so much after 4 sessions. Deepika is very professional, knowledgable and approachable! It is so relaxing and fun to work with her! Definitely highly recommended! I will for sure continue my treatment with Deepika.

    Emily C. – Google review

  • Deepika Sawant helped me with my rotator cuff – especially her exercise program that consistently helped to relieve the pain and give me more mobility. Deepika’s smile, positive approach and kindness made every appointment very pleasant. All the staff at reception was very polite and gracious.

    Elena U. – Google review

+ Common Questions About Kinesio & Athletic Taping +

What are some conditions that can benefit from taping?
Conditions that can benefit from taping include:

  • Tendinitis and Tendinopathy
  • Lower back and neck pain
  • Knee pain
  • Shoulder pain
  • Sprained Ankles
  • Shin Splints
  • Tennis Elbow
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Swelling
  • Various sports related injuries
What are the benefits of Kinesio taping?
The tape has elastic properties and stretches so there is;

  • No restricting the range of motion with application.
  • No impairment of circulation.
  • Comfort and breathability of the tape due to its elastic, fabric design.
  • Hypoallergenic adhesive.
  • Lightweight, no-compression feel.
  • Water-resistant fabric that is breathable and wicks away moisture.
  • Long-lasting application (can be effective for 3 to 5 days).
  • Allows for around the clock treatment.
  • Multiple problems can be addressed at once with one application.

Kinesio taping also works in conjunction with the lymphatic system to increase circulation of blood and lymphatic system, relieving pain and assisting with the rehabilitation process.

What are the benefits of athletic taping?
  • The method of taping can be taught by practitioners to patients for home use.
  • Athletic taping can be an effective alternative for cumbersome and expensive braces.