FAQ

Why Nylon Tape?

Nylon is a synthetic fibre that has made a name for itself with its shine, but more importantly through its water-resistant properties. Nylon is best-known for its use in hosiery. It has been in production as a microfibre for a few years now. The most particular property of microfibres is that they have a tight cross-section. The fibres have an average thickness of only a hundredth of that of a human hair. They are thinner than silk fibres.

Thanks to these properties, nylon microfibres are used primarily in the field of outdoor sports clothing. Most importantly, they keep the wearer dry, and that in high winds and foul weather while remaining highly breathable. Furthermore, nylon microfibre has the advantage of durability, and does not tear easily. Nylon microfibre also absorbs sweat well. If used in a jacket, for example, nylon microfibre prevents sweat from accumulating in the garment. After contact with water, nylon microfibre also dries out quickly.

Lint-Free and Resistant to Deformation

A single thread of nylon consists of many very fine fibres and this property gives it unique advantages: It is nearly lint-free. The fibres stay very soft and that while being highly resistant to deformation. This results in giving microfibres an exceptionally wide range of practical applications. They are used in cleaning cloth, in imitation leather and in breathable sports clothing.

A True All-Arounder

Light, robust, soft and yet providing highly effective protection, nylon microfibres have become part of our everyday lives. Whether used in the outdoors in footwear or clothing with active breathability, or as bed linens, or textiles- nylon fibres have proven themselves in nearly every area of our daily lives and make them either easier or more comfortable.

Why is Nylon Kinesiologic Tape Completely covered with Adhesive and Not Wavy?

To a large degree, the adhesive layer of any kinesiologic tapes is responsible for providing the user with treatment options.

The [usual] wavy layer of adhesive that we see on most cotton kinesiological tapes goes not really determine the direction of activity, as is commonly and incorrectly asserted. The wavy form of the adhesive layer primarily serves a drainage function, which allows the moisture that accumulates underneath the kinesiologic tape during physical exertion to drain off as quickly as possible. This is important, since cotton fibres rapidly expand when they make contact with moisture (sweat, bathing, showering, etc) and then stretch. Moisture also increases the kinesiologic tape's weight, which in turn affects the adhesive properties and thus the treatment options in a negative way. Moreover, kinesiological tapes rapidly pick up a lot of dirt from their surroundings when they are in this condition.

By using a layer of adhesive that completely covers the surface, the adhesive that we have successfully used on our new nylon kinesiologic tape provides a high degree of adhesion, resulting in greater durability and longer wear. This has been demonstrated in years of use.

Can Persons with Allergies Tolerate Kinesiologic Tape, too?

For decades now, millions of women have worn nylon hose. The compatibility and hypo-allergenic nature of nylon could not possibly be better attested. Cotton hose would not have been a desirable alternative.

The adhesive on our kinesiologic tape was tested at the University Clinic of Jena and was classified for use as hypoallergenic.

These tapes have excellent insulating properties and stabilize the body temperature even when damp.

The low weight of nylon tapes provides a comfortable sensation when worn and doesn't itch. Kinesiologic tapes also provide a high degree of UV-protection.

Why Isn't Nylon Kinesiologic Tape Laterally Stable?

The high elasticity of nylon and the resulting reduction in width creates the impression that stability is not to be expected.

If, however, one compares it with cotton kinesiologic tape, stretches it to its maximum extension and then measures its width, one comes to the conclusion that the tape gets narrower, but does not have adequate elasticity to exercise the same effect as nylon tape.

The elastic fibre in cotton tape has limits to its elasticity. This limit lies at approximately 80% extension in the longitudinal direction. Beyond this limit, the elastic fibres will tear.

The material properties of nylon kinesiological tape, on the other hand, make it limitlessly stretchable and allow it to retain elasticity even after days of constant use.

Does Kinesiologic Tape Stop or Restrict Lymph Drainage?

Lymph drainage is effectuated through mechanical effects in manual lymph drainage.

Through application of a nylon kinesiological tape and its elastic properties, skin is slightly lifted and this causes a slight mechanical displacement, activating the lymph flow.

Permanent movement in this area increases the effect so that the fluid can drain more quickly and an increased absorption of nutrients by the inflamed tissue can be provided.

Any assertion that the wavy shape of the adhesive layer determines the direction of lymph flow is physically impossible. If this were true, the use of an elastic bandage would cause the entire lymph flow to stop, since it has an influence over the entire area.