There is relief for everyone.

So what kind of medication do I take for my chronic pain? What new drugs have I been prescribed to help ease the pain I am in? That’s an easy answer. None. I don’t take any medication for the pain my Scoliosis causes. It varies from day to day But for the most part, I keep it controlled with one thing.

Many people hear KT Tape and automatically think Olympics, running, swimming, or Pro Athletes. But did you know that KT Tape is also used for chronic pain? I have been using it for over 14 years now and it is how I keep my Scoliosis pain under control. There are many different applications I use because it never hurts in the same place. I also use several edema applications to reduce the swelling. On a day like today, I was unable to stand up straight due to the pain. My husband used a custom lower back pain application and I was able to stand up straight with minimal pain which with time will calm down.

The way KT Tape works is that it lifts the skin enough to allow for better blood flow to help relieve the pain and reduce swelling. It also helps reduce muscle soreness and protects areas that are prone to injury. KT Tape has a full selection of products to help everyone who might be injured, prone to injury, or have to battle with chronic pain.

I use it quite often for my Scoliosis. I put it on my back, ribs, and hips. When I am running, it’s legs. I am a marathon runner as well and I tape up areas that are prone to injury just as a barrier of protection. After the races or long runs, I then tape up because that DOMS(delayed onset muscle soreness) is real.

KT Tape isn’t just for those fit, Olympian-looking athletes. It is also for people whose goal for the day is to walk to the bathroom without assistance. Or the one who wants to run a mile non-stop. The person who struggles to survive the day due to their chronic pain. The person who thinks I can’t do it because I can’t find relief. This is it.

KT Tape has ice packs you can wrap around your body and don’t have to hold in place!!! They have a VERY effective roll-on pain relief gel. They also have sleeves you put in the freezer then slip your knee or elbow into it and the pain relief you get is real. They also have an ice/heat massage ball that works so well. These are just some but ALL that I use all the time since they came out.

Always remember you can always contact me about any taping questions as many do on Instagram. I am always happy to help you all with finding relief.

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