Maximizing Performance: RockTape as an Ally to Football Players

RockTape is a neurosensory ally to football athletes. Its role in mitigating pain, improving proprioception, and optimizing recovery is a testament to its significance in the dynamic world of professional football.

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Pre-Run Mobility Work With RockDoc Tyler Chliboyko

  Follow along with Winnipeg RockDoc Tyler Chliboyko from the Wellness Institute for his pre-run mobility session using RockFloss,...
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Uncover the NEW Science Behind Myofascial Cupping: A Neurosensory Solution for Low Back Pain

Chronic, or persistent, low back pain can be incredibly frustrating. Whether it's due to an injury, overuse, or simply the result of daily life, this discomfort can have a significant impact on your ability to move in a ‘meaningful’ manner. While there are various...
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Maximizing Treatment Outcomes: The Art and Science of Treatment Stacking in Manual and Movement Therapy

In the dynamic realm of manual and movement therapy, the concept of 'treatment stacking' has emerged as a game-changer. By intelligently combining various manual therapy modalities, we not only address musculoskeletal complaints more comprehensively but also tap into...
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New Year, Same Pains? RockTape to the Rescue!

Welcome to a brand-new year, weekend warriors! As we kick off this year filled with fresh movement aspirations, we know that the road to a stronger, healthier you can sometimes come with its fair share of aches and pains. But fear not, because in this blog post, we're...
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Synergistic Healing: The Therapeutic Duo of Active Release Techniques® Treatment and RockTape® Kinesiology Tape

Managing pain and movement dysfunction can be a real challenge, but the combination of effective therapeutic techniques can make all the difference in achieving the best possible outcome. Active Release Techniques (ART®) and RockTape Kinesiology Tape are two methods...
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Helping New Mothers – RockTape for C-Section Scars

RockTape: An Effective Solution for Managing C-Section Scars C-Section Scars Caesarean section (C-section) is a common surgical procedure used to deliver babies, but it leaves a lasting scar on the mother's abdomen. A C-section scar forms because of the surgical...
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The Power of Walking: The Cheapest, Easiest, Health Hack Around

The Power of Walking: The Cheapest, Easiest, Health Hack Around Staying active is important for our health, and research shows that taking more steps can lower our risk of serious health issues. There is an old theory that we should be targeting 10,000 steps a day,...
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Grip It And Rip It: Different Hand Grip Styles During Deadlifting

Grip It And Rip It: Different Hand Grip Styles During Deadlifting Deadlifts are one of the most effective exercises for building strength and muscle mass, particularly in the lower back, glutes, and legs. However, a recent study conducted by Pratt et al. (2020)...
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Positive Vibes Only

Positive Vibes Only Last year RockTape came out with a couple new products, both vibration tools, the RockWave and RockVibes. The RockWave may often get lumped in with a massage gun, however, the major difference being the massage gun provides percussive stimulation...
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The RockTape Blog

Plantar fasciitis

Happy Feet: Plantar Fascia Management

Apr 17, 2023

Happy Feet: Plantar Fascia Management Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition that affects the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot. It is characterized by both pain and stiffness in the heel and arch of the foot. This...

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Toe Pain

Got Toe Pain? RockTape to the Rescue

Mar 20, 2023

Kinesiology taping for bunion toe, specifically Hallux Valgus, is a therapeutic treatment that is showing some scientific support. Hallux Valgus is a condition in which the big toe bends outward, away from the foot. It typically appears as a painful bump on the inner...

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Post-Surgical Scar Manipulation

Post-Surgical Management of Scars

Mar 15, 2023

Post-Surgical Management of Scars Kinesiology tape is gaining traction in recent years as an effective alternative to traditional medical treatments associated with post-surgical rehabilitation. RockTape, a prominent form of kinesiology tape, is made of an elastic...

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More than just tape

It’s More than ‘Just’ Tape

Mar 15, 2023

Want to take a deeper dive, click on the link below for more information on the effects and benefits of kinesiology (elastic therapeutic) tape. Tape Facts

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Speed Kills!

Jan 26, 2023

Speed Kills! One of the greatest performance indicators for any sport is speed – pure and simple. Whether you’re a team, sprint, field, or endurance, the faster athlete will always have the advantage. However, that isn’t to say that speed is...

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Resisted Running – A Tool for Everyone

Jan 26, 2023

Resisted Running - A Tool for Everyone Resisted running | Typically relegated to sprinting individual athletes, resisted running is a novel method of creating additional demands for running. The academic literature is not entirely sold on...

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game plan

2023 Planning: How to build your program to level up

Jan 26, 2023

2023 Planning: How to build your program to level up 20 tournaments, over 40 events, many fantastic Ws… and more tough losses. As my 2022 pickleball season comes to a close, I’m looking back with gratitude on an exciting, challenging, and (most importantly)...

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