Innovative German technical textiles producer Riedel Textil has introduced a new range of seamlessly knitted tights called KinesioTight, which have been scientifically developed to both improve sports performance and protect against injuries. Developed in cooperation with sports and medical experts, KinesioTight is said to integrate the effects of the well known Kinesio Tape Method of treatment into functional sportswear.

For some years the Kinesio Taping Method has been used in the fields of sports performance, pain management and physical therapy. The method was developed in the mid 1970s by Dr. Kenzo Kase a Japanese practitioner licensed in chiropractic and acupuncture and is designed to facilitate the body’s natural healing process while allowing support and stability to muscles and joints without restricting the body’s range of motion.

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