Presentations

Strengthening the Pediatric Population: Kinesio® Taping and the Myotrac Infiniti PEDI


The Dynamic Duo: Patricia (Trish) Martin, PT, CKTI and Audrey Yasukawa, OT, CKTI
The MyoTrac Infiniti PEDI system:
  • is used for children
  • measures surface electromyography (SEMG) using electrodes
  • performs electrical stimulation in a large number of configurations including manual or automatic triggering
  • the child can gradually learn to voluntarily strengthen muscles through the SEMG biofeedback and Kinesio® Taping

Kinesio® Sliding Surfaces Concept - Evaluation and Treatment


Itzak Friedman, PGPT, CKTI (Israel) and Jim Wallis, ATC, CKTI

Have you ever wondered how the muscles slide/glide over each other?
  • the fascia provides multiple points of view in which to reconsider the body
  • this knowledge is essential
  • all our movements are controlled at the periphery, not only by the nervous system
  • the direction and amount of tension provided can be used to treat a condition through Kinesio® Tex Tape

Kinesio® Taping for Scars


Kim Rock Stockheimer, MS, OTR/L, CKTI

How to Kinesio® Tape for scar tissue:
  • pain reduction
  • swelling reduction
  • reducing the risk of contractures to improve range of motion

Kinesio® Taping for Post Mastectomies

Kim Rock Stockheimer, MS, OTR/L, CKTI

Understanding the Lymphatic System can help us better manage swelling conditions that occur post mastectomies. Includes:
  • a brief explanation of what the lymphatic system does
  • introduces the concept of treating different levels of the lymphatic system

Unique Kinesio® Taping's for Hand Therapy

Kim Rock Stockheimer, MS, OTR/L, CKTI

Workshop presentation and demonstration, on a variety of hand therapy condition. Includes:
  • combinations of muscle tapings and corrective tapings
  • demonstration of Kinesio® Taping techniques for the 3 causes of Carpel Tunnel
  • pain management tapings will be done for DeQuervian's Tendonitis, Arthritis, and TFCC (Triangular Fibro Cartilage Complex)
  • case study for neuromuscular facillitation of the hand will be discussed

Dynamic Applications of Kinesio® Tex Tape to the Changing Neuromuscular System


Steven Huber, PT, CKTI

This presentation will address:
  • the rationale and techniques for using Kinesio® Tex Tape for neuromuscular pathologies including ALS, MS, CVA, incomplete spinal cord injury
  • the ageing CNS
  • use of Kinesio® Tex Tape in end stages of musculoskeletal disease

Taping Olympic Athletes and Their Success at the 2008 Beijing Summer Games


Ted Forcum, DC, CACBSP, CKTP
2008 US Olympic Team Chiropractor, ACA Sports Council President

During Dr. Ted Forcum's presentation, he will be discussing the success of and demonstrating some of the tapings healthcare professionals used on Team U.S.A. during the 2008 Games.

Breathing Easier with Kinesio® Tex Tape


Deanna Wanzek, LPT, CKTI

Deanna has found some wonderful and surprising results when using Kinesio® Tex Tape to assist in the change of breathing patterns for children who have been diagnosed with asthma. Some children diagnosed with asthma had their lives changed.

Kinesio® Taping for Parkinson's Disease and Stroke


Ewa Jaraczewska, PT, CKTI

Participants in this workshop will learn advanced taping techniques for Stroke victims and patients who suffer from Parkinson's disease.

Iliotibial Band Syndrome - Don't Be Fooled


Pete Pfannerstill, Ph.D., CKTI, Licensed Massage Therapist

This presentation deals with:
  • ITB syndrome and the associated syndromes
  • common misconceptions about the condition
  • how to effectively treat the condition through application of the Kinesio® Taping Method

The Effect of Kinesio® Taping on Collagen Formation

Vincent DeBono, DC, CKTI

This lecture will explore:
  • ways that Kinesio® Tex Tape may effect collagen production during the healing and rehabilitative processes
  • review of current literature on collagen formation and factors that may effect its production

Kinesio® Taping of Dysfunctional Movement Patterns

Vincent DeBono, DC, CKTI

This workshop will explore:
  • Kinesio® Taping Method in relation to dysfunctional movement patterns
  • evaluation and taping of syndromes such as upper and lower cross

Lymphoedema Technique-Torn Hamstring


Scott Hainz, DC, CHCQM, CKTP

This presentation feature a 51 year old patient who:
  • while water skiing, suffered two severe injuries to his knee and hamstring
  • was told it would take 6 months for the blood to dissipate
  • returned to work after three weeks of treatment through Kinesio® Taping

The Effect of the Kinesio® Taping Method on Reducing Pain During Active and Functional Movement


Stefano Frassine, Physiotherapist, CKTI

This presentation will discuss:
  • a study by Stefano Frassine regarding the effect of Kinesio® Taping on pain management
  • the power of Kinesio® Taping to immediately diminish pain

Treatment with Kinesio® Taping on the Shoulder Injuries in Water Polo Players: pilot study


This presentation deals with:
  • the nature of water polo and related injuries
  • the power of Kinesio® Tex Tape to effectively and quickly treat these injuries



Note:  Presenters are subject to change. Additional presentations and workshops will be posted as the event gets closer.