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About RockTape Canine

RockTape Canine is a kinesiology tape designed for the unique needs of dogs.
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What is RockTape Canine?

Unlike traditional rigid tape which utilises compression and immobilization in treatment, RockTape Canine activates the nervous and circulatory systems to initiate healing and is used to assist in the treatment of:

Injured muscles – RockTape Canine is applied along the length of the injured muscle and as the elastic tape recoils it lifts the skin from the tissue below. This has an effect of:

  • reducing the sensation of pain
  • promoting circulation assisting in the reduction of any swelling or bruising and enhancing the blood flow to the injured muscle.
  • Biomechanical dysfunction – RockTape Canine provides support or stability without restricting the range of motion.
  • Postural dysfunction – RockTape Canine improves the proprioceptive feedback to the area which assists in the retraining of the muscles that maintain the correct posture.

RockTape Canine is used to enhance performance in reducing the negative effects of fatigue.  That is, it doesn’t necessarily make an athlete’s performance greater than baseline measures, but can reduce the drop off in performance that is often evident when fatigue is a factor.

  • Improve endurance as the increased circulation can assist to improve the supply of oxygen to muscles and the removal of the lactic acid.
  • Improve recovery time after intense training sessions or races, as the increased circulation assists in the removal of waste products such as lactic acid.

RockTape Canine can be used as either a sole or an adjunctive treatment in equine or canine therapy.  It can be used to reduce or control pain, manage swelling or oedema, increase joint range of motion and muscle function, and maintain a level of functionality and comfort for the dog throughout the rehabilitation process.  It can also be used to assist the canine to maintain functionality and comfort in training and assist with recovery, thus facilitating overall soundness in the equine athlete.

RockTape Canine can be used for:

  • Muscle Strain or Tear
  • Muscle Stiffness
  • Post Acupuncture / Body Work
  • Inflammation
  • Prolonging the Effects of Myofacial Release
  • Tendonitis, Tendonopathy or Desmitis
  • Rehabilitation, Management and/or Prevention of Movement Dysfunctions

RockTape Canine Tape features:

  • Stickier, hypoallergenic adhesive that won’t fall off during rehabilitation
  • 180% stretch, to promote full range of motion
  • 97% cotton, 3% Nylon 6/12, low moisture absorption
  • Tighter weave, which enables muscle to more easily snap back to neutral
  • Water resistant
  • Wearable for up to 5 days

Shop RockTape Canine

RockTape Canine is a kinesiology tape designed for the unique needs of dogs. Our unique tape can be used as either a sole or adjunctive treatment in canine therapy, helping to reduce and control pain, manage swelling and edema, increase joint range of motion and improve muscle function.

RockTape Canine also helps maintain a level of functionality and comfort for the dog throughout injury rehabilitation.