Kinesio Taping online course

The Kinesio Taping online course combines many different kinesiology taping techniques. In the Kinesio Taping online course, you will learn how skeletal muscles can be kinesiologically taped and how to correctly apply kinesiology tape in a muscle-based way. The main aim of muscle-based techniques is to reduce the tension in the skeletal muscles and thereby positively affect the joints and the body as a whole. When using muscle-specific techniques, the kinesiology tape is applied without stretching from the origin of the skeletal muscle to the point of insertion or vice versa while stretching the client's skeletal muscles. In addition to muscle-based techniques, the online course will also cover 'continuation' techniques: typically, a kinesiology tape is applied to the human body with stretching tension to partially change the position of the joints (and also the bones) to ensure better posture or joint stability, to prevent injuries, etc. The difference between the techniques is that while the muscle-based techniques are applied primarily by stretching the skeletal muscles, the so-called 'continuation' techniques are more characterized by the opposite situation: the kinesiology tape ensures that the skeletal muscles are strengthened. However, these are not the only 'continuation' techniques, as lymphatic circulation techniques, ligament techniques, pain point techniques, etc., are also discussed in the Kinesio Taping online course.

Prerequisites for starting a course 

There are no prerequisites to participate in the Kinesio Taping online course; applying the Kinesio tape is not a difficult process, so we did not find it necessary to set additional prerequisites. 

Volume, duration, and structure of the online course 

Curriculum learning outcomes and documents to be issued

The Kinesio Taping online course assesses the achievement of learning outcomes. To achieve the learning objectives, participants have to successfully pass multiple-choice tests and various written tasks (answering short questions, etc.), as well as the final test and the written examination. A certificate will be awarded upon achievement of the learning outcomes. If not all learning objectives are achieved, a notice will be issued. The notice is issued on condition that at least 70% of the online course has been completed. 

The certificate or notice is sent free of charge within Estonia; sending abroad is subject to agreement. We can also issue an electronic certificate or notice on request.  

Learning outcomes and their assessment 

Participant of the Kinesio Taping online course:

1. is familiar with the different techniques of kinesio taping;
2. understands the basics of kinesiology tape application;
3. be able to independently locate skeletal muscles origins and insertions with the aid of the learning material;
4. be able to measure the correct length of kinesiology tape and, if necessary, cut kinesiology tape to a proper shape;
5. be able to correctly apply the kinesiology tape in a muscle-based way, based on the given situation;
6. can adjust the client's posture, then optimize the stretching tension of the kinesiology tape and apply it to the skin using the basic principles of a specific kinesio taping technique.

The following assessment methods are used to assess the achievement of the learning outcomes:

1. sub-module tests (4 in total);
2. answering short questions (5+5 questions in total)
3. a multiple-choice final test (40 questions);
4. independent practical assignments: application of Kinesio Tapes in various situations. 

Kinesio Taping online course topics 

The Kinesio Taping online course includes the following topics: 

1. kinesioteibi ja kinesioteipimise ajalugu;
2. ülevaade kinesioteipidest;
3. erinevate kinesioteipimise tehnikate plussid ja miinused;
4. kinesioteipimisega seotud eksiarvamused;
5. loomingulisuse lubatav ulatus kinesioteipimisel;
6. kinesioteipimise põhilised näidustused ja vastunäidustused;
7. kinesioteibi tööpõhimõte ja võrdlus teiste valdkondadega;
8. kinesioteipide kujud, värvid, kulu ja hind;
9. kinesioteibi paigaldamise ja eemaldamise põhialused;
10. skeletilihaste korrektne venitus;
11. hingamise roll kinesioteipimisel;
12. suured vs väikesed skeletilihased ning skeletilihaste koostöö;
13. skeletilihaste nimetused ning algus- ja kinnituskohad baastasandil;
14. kinesioteibi nahal hoidmise kestus ja korrektne eemaldamine;
15. kinesioteibi paigaldamine käe, küünarvarre ja õlavarre lihastele, õlavöötme lihastele, reie lihastele, vaagna kallet/lülisamba asendit muutvatele lihastele, abaluud liigutavatele lihastele, kaela liigutavatele lihastele jne;
16. jalavõlvide ja hüppeliigese kinesioteipimine; põlve kinesioteipimine;
17. vaagna ja selja piirkonna kinesioteipimine; kinesioteipimine skolioosi korral;
18. õlgade korrektsioon; väiksemate liigeste (nt pöidlaliiges) mõjutamine kinesioteibiga;
19. rasedate kinesioteipimine; kinesioteipimine tursete korral;
20. nn „valupunkti“ kinesioteipimine; 
21. modifitseeritud kinesioteipimine; 
22. teised piirkonnad, mida võiks veel kinesioteipida.

After completing the Kinesio Taping online course, it is worth considering completing the Functional Anatomy online course, as it will provide the necessary knowledge to better understand the skeletal muscle system.

The effects of Cupping Massage are similar to Kinesio Taping (only the intensity is different); therefore, one might consider completing the Cupping Massage online course either before or after the Kinesio Taping online course. 

Where can I enroll in a Kinesio Taping online course?

You can enroll in the Kinesio Taping online course here.

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