Welcome and thank you for choosing to join us! You are one step closer to improving your treatment outcomes and overall patient satisfaction. We are confident that once you combine the knowledge and clinical skills you already possess with the information we have prepared, you will see, as so many have, the impact that kinesiology taping can have.
It is important to mention from the start that the new kinesiology taping skills you are about to learn should not be used as a replacement of your primary treatment tools, such as massage, chiropractic, rehabilitation exercises, etc. Kinesiology taping is best implemented as an adjunctive rehab solution like ultrasound, electrical stimulation or cryotherapy, to complement and prolong the outcomes of your work.
Like ultrasound or electrical stimulation, it’s not an overly complicated modality. However, you must first have a solid foundational understanding of any of these modalities if you are going to be successful in the administration of them. Being able to adjust the equipment to the proper settings and frequencies can make all the difference when using stim or ultrasound. The same consideration should be given to using kinesiology tape. Once you can understand how the tape can have an impact through its ability to ‘lift the skin’ as well as ‘provide sensory input’, you will be able to properly ‘adjust the settings’ (tension, cuts & direction) to accommodate your individual patient needs.
In this eCourse we will begin to ascertain the core methods of using the kinesiology tape. If you don’t follow the flow of the curriculum we’ve designed and fail to take the appropriate amount of time to practice, it will result in marginal success with this system. In the past, you may have learned ‘methods’ or ‘techniques’ for your skill set. This is a system. A system is designed to compliment your existing methods or techniques so that you may enhance what you are already doing. In a moment, you will see us begin to reveal the framework behind our K-Cuts Application Grid. This grid will serve as your GPS to navigating effective means of using kinesiology tape. The K-Cuts that we have developed to compliment the Application Grid are like the “favorites” in your GPS. You will be able to use these as a means of easily navigating through over 30 different conditions that we will demonstrate. K-Cuts are shortcuts to make your kinesiology taping experiences more streamlined. These applications have been used successfully for years on our very own patients, so we have seen first hand how well they work. However, there have also been times where they have no impact on others. This is where your new knowledge of the K-Cuts Application Grid along with the properties and functionality of the tape will allow you to make the appropriate modifications to ‘reroute’ your application so you can arrive at a successful result.
Our proprietary KCuts™ Application Grid quickly prepares you to customize your own unique kinesiology tape applications for almost any suitable condition. It’s time to explore the range of therapeutic benefits the K-Cuts Taping System™ can bring to your practice. It’s time to #GetYourTapeOn!
Here are a few tips that will help you get the maximum benefit from our eCourse:
If you have any questions or comments along the way, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]. Enjoy the K-Cuts Taping System eCoursse!
Click on “Introduction” in the course menu below to begin taking the eCourse!
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Below you will find a preview of what you should expect upon completing the eCourse portion of the K-Cuts Certification. It is important to understand that in order to complete your certification, you will need to complete three (3) final components of the eCourse.
A comprehensive multiple-choice examination
In preparation of the Certification Exam, you may review any of the previous sections from the eCourse. When you’re ready to begin the certification portion of this course, you may start by taking the multiple-choice examination.
Nine (9) practical evaluations (Image submissions)
The second portion of the certification exam is designed to give you practice with various applications prior to advancing to the final portion of the exam. To complete this portion of the exam, you must submit a photo for 9 different applications that we have selected for you, as well as answer a few questions pertaining to each application evaluation. Please be sure to follow these evaluation upload guidelines prior to uploading your images.
You will be asked to perform the following applications: Don’t be afraid to follow along with the videos or to use the book or eBook.
Once you have completed each application and taken the pictures, you are ready for submission. We strongly encourage students to do all 9 applications and photos before advancing to the next section.
Two (2) Video Practical’s- (Video submissions)
Submit videos of you executing two kinesiology taping applications on a subject (you may use the same person for both).
For your first application, please perform either a Hamstring Strain, Quad Strain, AC Joint Sprain, or Calf Strain application.
For your second application, please perform either a Shin Splints, ITB Syndrome, Patella Femoral Pain Syndrome, Plantar Fasciitis, Golfer’s Elbow, or Tennis Elbow application.
Please be certain that you include the following information clearly:
Video Submission Grading
TAPING OBJECTIVE: Identified type of application and clearly explained the purpose of the chosen application to the client
CLEANING: Cleaned the area (removed any hair, dirt or oils) prior to applying the kinesiology tape
CLIENT POSITION: Placed the area in a stretched position before applying the therapeutic zone to the skin (Exception: JA applied in neutral position)
TAPE TENSION: Applied ends with no tension and verbally identified therapeutic zone tension level as tape was being applied.
ACTIVATE ADHESIVE: Vigorously rubbed the tape after it was applied in order to activate the adhesive
INSTRUCTIONS FOR WEAR: Offered instructions for the proper wear and care of the tape such as avoiding high heat, trimming loose pieces of tape, patting tape dry with a towel after bathing or swimming, options for removal after 3-5 days (in direction of hair growth, roll tape off, soak in tub, coat with vegetable oil…)
It is important that you read the directions and follow them carefully in order to successfully complete the certification process. Once we have received all your completed work, you will be issued your certificate. We will take the appropriate time to review all materials. If we feel that you need to resubmit any image or video again, we will reach out to you. Please read all emails that you receive in order to gather all the information you will have questions about.
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