Kinesio tape: The latest Olympic accessory Beach volleyball players, particularly Olympians, are known all around the world for their incredible skill with the ball. They've also been known for wearing those skimpy uniforms. The Sticky Science of Kinesio Tape Injured Olympians turn to Kinesio tape. But does the science stick? Kinesio Tape: Miracle Adhesive Or Undeserved Hype? Kinesio Tape has been ubiquitous during the London 2012 Olympic Games, but does the brightly colored adhesive actually live up to the hype? Does That Colorful Tape Olympians Wear Even Work? Kinesio tape has caught the eye of many an Olympic viewer the last two weeks — covering the muscles of volleyball players, javelin throwers, even swimmers. It was invented decades ago by a Japanese chiropractor. Athletes say it eases muscle strain and allows healing, but research has yet to prove the effectiveness of the tape. Melissa Block talks with Amy Powell, a sports medicine doctor at the ... The latest Olympic accessory Kinesio tape has been around for decades, but during the London 2012 Olympics, it's been spotted stretching and spiraling in interesting patterns on some athletes. Kinesio Tape for Athletes: A Big Help, or Hype? They've been hard to miss at this year's Olympic Games: strips of brightly colored tape adorning the arms, legs, and torsos of many top athletes. But more than just fashion is driving the Kinesio tape trend. Kinesio tape's popularity among athletes isn't based on science, but Japanese inventor believes Japanese inventor Dr. Kenzo Kase developed the tape long ago and believes in its power, despite little evidence. Olympic athletes start Kinesio tape craze While many are simply intrigued by it, Kinesio tape has become a hot point of debate among athletes and sports professionals. Kinesio tape: Latest Olympic accessory Beach volleyball players, particularly Olympians, are known all around the world for their incredible skill with the ball. They've also been known for wearing those skimpy uniforms. Morning Jolt: Olympic athletes sport colorful Kinesio tape Daily morning news update with an inspirational quote, news on what that tape stuff is on Olympic athletes' bodies and more.
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