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Wanderinglumos

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KT Tape for Joints That Cause Painful Popping/Grinding?

KT for joints that cause painful popping/grinding? I’ve used KT tape for troublesome injuries in the past. For example, hurting my knee in soccer. But I haven’t used it for my shoulder, which is the most problematic for pain and popping. I imagine it’d be helpful for eds but figured I’d ask: Does anyone use KT tape for hypermobile joints and find it helpful?

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TunaGoon

It's the most helpful thing I have ever found

Wanderinglumos

thanks for sharing! I have a bit of a wait before I can go to a physical therapist or any other dr for my EDS so I wanted to look into taping at home until then bc I need something.

EDSdancer

My pt said that taping is better than braces because it guides my joints to do the right movement without making them completely rely on a brace. Only thing I would warn you about is that sometimes people with EDS can develop allergies to the adhesive on KT tape from overuse

Wanderinglumos

thank you! I was thinking it might be the best option for movement. I will try to limit how much I use it, and of course listen to what the PT says when I get in. Appreciate you sharing!

jkvf1026

I use KT tape for my knees & I love it

agentleanbean

How expensive does KT tape get? That's the thing holding me back from trying it. How many times can I use it etc.

EDSdancer

i think you can buy it in bulk on like Amazon, and not getting name brand also brings down the price

QueenSmurf

I use the "ok" brand on Amazon. Its way less expensive and seems to work better for us anyways.

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