Kinesiology Taping for Dogs
Do-it-yourself physical therapy techniques for keeping your dog happy, active, and pain-free-now and for years to come.Kinesiology taping on humans is now commonplace—it is widely used by physical therapists, chiropractors, and personal trainers. The idea behind taping is that it provides incredible support and stabilization of ligaments and tendons while simultaneously stretching and flexing like a “second skin” to allow full range of motion. It can also activate or relax muscles, depending on its application.Taping is now also being successfully applied to other animals. Canine and equine physiotherapist Katja Bredlau-Morich, author ofKinesiology Taping for Horses,is a pioneer in bringing the method to the dog world. She believes that dogs can benefit hugely from taping techniques, and even better, dog owners and trainers can learn practical steps to using kinesiology tape themselves. In her terrific guidebook, Bredlau-Morich provides the ultimate reference for understanding both the uses of kinesiology tape and its numerous canine applications. With hundreds of color photographs and step-by-step instructions for the do-it-yourselfer, her book explains the following forms of kinesiology taping:MuscleScarFasciaIn addition, numerous case studies demonstrate how taping can change a dog's life, keeping him a happy, active, pain-free companion for years to come.
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Kinesiology Taping for Dogs
Do-it-yourself physical therapy techniques for keeping your dog happy, active, and pain-free-now and for years to come.Kinesiology taping on humans is now commonplace—it is widely used by physical therapists, chiropractors, and personal trainers. The idea behind taping is that it provides incredible support and stabilization of ligaments and tendons while simultaneously stretching and flexing like a “second skin” to allow full range of motion. It can also activate or relax muscles, depending on its application.Taping is now also being successfully applied to other animals. Canine and equine physiotherapist Katja Bredlau-Morich, author ofKinesiology Taping for Horses,is a pioneer in bringing the method to the dog world. She believes that dogs can benefit hugely from taping techniques, and even better, dog owners and trainers can learn practical steps to using kinesiology tape themselves. In her terrific guidebook, Bredlau-Morich provides the ultimate reference for understanding both the uses of kinesiology tape and its numerous canine applications. With hundreds of color photographs and step-by-step instructions for the do-it-yourselfer, her book explains the following forms of kinesiology taping:MuscleScarFasciaIn addition, numerous case studies demonstrate how taping can change a dog's life, keeping him a happy, active, pain-free companion for years to come.
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Kinesiology Taping for Dogs

Kinesiology Taping for Dogs

by Katja Bredlau-Morich
Kinesiology Taping for Dogs

Kinesiology Taping for Dogs

by Katja Bredlau-Morich

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Do-it-yourself physical therapy techniques for keeping your dog happy, active, and pain-free-now and for years to come.Kinesiology taping on humans is now commonplace—it is widely used by physical therapists, chiropractors, and personal trainers. The idea behind taping is that it provides incredible support and stabilization of ligaments and tendons while simultaneously stretching and flexing like a “second skin” to allow full range of motion. It can also activate or relax muscles, depending on its application.Taping is now also being successfully applied to other animals. Canine and equine physiotherapist Katja Bredlau-Morich, author ofKinesiology Taping for Horses,is a pioneer in bringing the method to the dog world. She believes that dogs can benefit hugely from taping techniques, and even better, dog owners and trainers can learn practical steps to using kinesiology tape themselves. In her terrific guidebook, Bredlau-Morich provides the ultimate reference for understanding both the uses of kinesiology tape and its numerous canine applications. With hundreds of color photographs and step-by-step instructions for the do-it-yourselfer, her book explains the following forms of kinesiology taping:MuscleScarFasciaIn addition, numerous case studies demonstrate how taping can change a dog's life, keeping him a happy, active, pain-free companion for years to come.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781646013074
Publisher: Trafalgar Square
Publication date: 02/15/2025
Sold by: SIMON & SCHUSTER
Format: eBook
Pages: 160
File size: 19 MB
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About the Author

Katja Bredlau–Morich received certification in animal health from the Institut für Tierheilkunde in Viernheim, Germany. She is certified in kinesiology taping of horses by the Maia-Medical Group, Germany, and by Equi-Tape® in the United States, and has provided physiotherapy and taping services for horses in both countries. Katja is a pioneer in kinesiology taping for dogs. She currently lives in Rodgau, Germany, where she operates Horse-Wellness, LLC (www.horse-wellness.com).
Katja Bredlau-Morich received certification in animal health from the Institut für Tierheilkunde in Viernheim, Germany. She is certified in kinesiology taping of horses by the Maia–Medical Group, Germany, and by Equi–Tape® in the United States, and has provided physiotherapy and taping services for horses in both countries. Bredlau-Morich is also the author of Kinesiology Taping for Dogs and developed a kinesiology tape specific for use on horses and dogs, Tape4Fur®, in 2022. She lives in Rodgau, Germany, where she operates Horse–Wellness, LLC (horse-wellness.com).

Table of Contents

Preface xi

Chapter 1 Basic Information, Material, How the Tape Works 1

History and Development of Kinesiology Tape 2

Kinesiology Tape-A Unique Material 8

How Kinesiology Tape Works 13

The Colors and Their Significance 19

Chapter 2 Indications and Contraindications 25

Special Indications 26

Contraindications 30

Chapter 3 Handling and Practical Application 35

Preparation of the Dog and His Hair 36

Tricks and Aids to Improve Adhesion 37

Does Taping Affect a Dog's Activity? 39

Preparation and Handling of Kinesiology Tape 40

Chapter 4 Before Getting Started 57

Anatomical Terms 59

Taping Terms 62

Chapter 5 Various Taping Applications 65

Muscle Taping 66

Lymphatic Toping 74

Scar Taping 81

Fascia Taping 87

Decompression Taping 92

Hematoma Taping 96

Stabilization Taping 99

Tendon Taping 106

Proprioception Taping 110

Cross Tapes 114

Chapter 6 Case Studies from My Physiotherapy Practice 117

Strain of the Flexor Tendon and Distortion of the Carpal Joint 118

Unclear Lameness with Tension in the M. Iotissimus dorsi 119

Back Pain and Uneven Gait 120

Complete Biceps Tendon Tear of the Left Front Leg 121

Dragging Gait of the Left Hind Leg After a Disc Herniation Operation 122

Tension in the Sacrum Area and Reduced Mobility in the Sacroiliac Joints 123

Scar Taping After Surgical Removal of a Most Cell Tumor 124

Muscle Atrophy of the Bach Muscles and Misalignment of the Sacroiliac Joint 125

Tear of the Caudal Cruciate Ligament and Surgical Intervention 126

Patellar Luxation 127

Hip Joint Anthrosis 128

Back Pain 129

Unbalanced Posture with Lateral Body Flexion to the Right 130

Spondylosis and Anthrosis in the Lumbar Spine (Causing Trouble with Defecation) 132

Cauda Equina Syndrome 133

Congenital Deformity of the Front Leg and Operation for Posture Correction 134

Lameness of the Right Hind Leg (Suspected Herniated Disc and Cruciate Ligament Tear) 136

About the Author 139

Contact 140

Recommended Resources 141

Acknowledgments 143

Index 144

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