THERABAND Kinesiology Tape With XactStretch Indicator For Perfect Stretch and Application Every Time, Best In Class Adhesion, Water Resistant

I got introduced to this stuff by my PT. Works great, but the product description should really mention that the "6 pack of rolls" is really just one big roll. The total length of tape is a bit longer than what 6 separate rolls would provide, so no points off for that. Just some clarity would help so folks don't raise an eyebrow.

This is my favorite brand. Very adhesive, great stretch and support, great strip sizing, no smell and does not seem to hold odor (I typically try to get 3 days out of a taping and you can shower with this one) and fun colors. I love this one so much I should be a brand ambassador. I could write poems about it! I work in a restaurant 12+ hours a day and when I have a flare up (repetitive use arm issues and plantar fasciitis) some days I am held together with tape! Without it I am miserable but once I am taped up I can work a full day with minimal discomfort. Love this stuff!!!

I'm very surprised to see all the reviews talking about it not sticking well.. this stuff STICKS! (Taking it off in the shower helps remove it fyi) I had tried the KT brand multiple times with no luck, it ALWAYS peeled and rolled up. This stuff only rolls on the edges on the rare occasion that I don't rub it down well. In my experience, the trick is to give it a good rub after it's applied so the heat activates the adhesive. I've kept it on for four days before without it getting messed up. (And I have a very active job)I also love the stretch indicators; I never knew before if I was stretching it the appropriate amount, and this helps me a lot.I highly recommend this brand - I don't think I'd use any other!Picture is of 2 day old tape. You can see it's fraying a tiny amount on the edge, but it doesn't come off and I've never had it fray any more than what you can see in the picture. :)

I used to use KT Extreme but it got to be very expensive since it only lasted 2-3 days before it became ineffective and peeled up too much. I can get 5-7 days with this tape before it starts to loose effectiveness and peels up beyond trimming. The only time it peels off early is when I’ve been walking in wet conditions and don’t dry off my feet within a couple hours or so, KT Extreme would peel immediately, even before I was done walking.I use this primarily for ankle & arch pain but will also use it on my ribs, wrist and knees if I’ve really pushed my body. It won’t provide a bunch of support like a brace will, so if that’s what you are looking for then get a brace. This provides a small amount of support but isn’t made for that purpose, it’s made to reduce swelling and inflammation by drawing the surface of your skin up a tiny bit. I tend to under pronate/supinate and I’ve found that applying the tape starting about 1.5” below my small toe on the bottom of foot, wrap it to the inside (using 50-70% stretch) up through the arch, behind my heel (about 10% stretch), back around to the other side and then bring it to meet the tape that’s near my arch works very well to slightly correct my gait. If I don’t wear the tape I push off of my last three toes which causes severe pain. At least with the tape I’m pushing off with the outside ball of my foot. It’s still not ideal but it’s enough that I do t have the pain.I generally use a piece that’s about 10.5-11” long and I would use 10” of KT for the same area. It doesn’t stretch as much as KT brand but it’s also a touch thicker, which I find preferable. I’ve tried Rock Tape but that was way too thick and caused corns to form on my heel, even when I only stretched it just enough for it to form around the back of my heel. It stuck longer and did have a lot of support but it wasn’t worth the trade off. I also couldn’t use Rock on any other part of my body without having issues when I removed it.my skin is pretty sensitive to adhesives. So far this one hasn’t given me any problems when I remove it, even when I’ve used it on a rib. KT Pro works fine for the rib area but I don’t bother with it anymore since I can use this one for both and the price is pretty close to even with the Pro version. Pro will not stay on my foot for more a day before it peels off completely.Just a little tip on peeling, in case you didn’t know…if an end starts peeling off when it’s wet you may be able to get it to stick back down while it dries. If not then just trim the end as close to the skin as possible. It won’t peel in a way that makes sharp ends, at least it never has for me, so I’ve never had it peel more due to straight edges. Make sure to cut a curve in the tape, otherwise that pointed end will catch on clothing and start to peel up early. The curve doesn’t need to be pretty l, it just needs to curve. It’s not for vanity, if you want it to look “cool” and follow the trend then just buy precut cheap stuff…although it seems like a waste. I have met people who just wear it because their “hero” sport star wears it, seems silly but there you have it.Overall I highly recommend this tape for its superior adhesive, that doesn’t bother my sensitive skin, and for it’s great pain relief. The stretch shapes are super helpful for those starting out, but as time goes on you won’t need them anymore.

My chiropractor started using this brand of tape on me for a few pains in my feet and wrist, which prompted me to purchase the Theraband. The adhesion works well, usually making it thru about 4-5 showers before the adhesion starts to wear off. It is definitely a game changer for my pain. It is a bit pricey compared to other brands, but in this case, you get what you pay for. I initially purchased another brand at a lower price but the adhesion was poor, as I was having to change the other brand after each shower.

Here's the thing. I ordered a lot of this tape ~ and used all of it. I struggled with keeping the tape affixed.1. I followed all guidelines for application (knees & low back)2. Was very careful to be sure I'd activated the heat and pressure of the tape for maximum hold time.Was it effective? Yes, when it held. It was hit of miss. I needed to save money on this tape so liked the price point.Then I went back to Rock Tape and applied it after using this product for several months. No contest: Rock Tape is the winner. Sadly I'll never use this product again. For me, its worth it to spend more and get 2 - 3x the wear time on it + withstands showers much better during the wear. Its a solid NO for me.

I’ve used this in the past and it’s simple to put on and very effective to protect yourself during recuperation for ankles, joints, etc!Yes, I had this wrapped and assessed (ruptured peroneous tendon, drat) by my podiatrist who was happy and impressed I had taped it. This tape helps during recovery because of the obvious accidental missteps we make even with the orthopedic boot on!!To put on the tape, just follow the directions of sticking some (~1”) on your skin, hold, then stretch until the last 1” that isn’t stretched! And while I’m very sensitive to tape/adhesive, this does not elicit any response and can go in the shower without coming off!!Enjoy and recover soon!!Cheers!