What is the tape on Walsh's Shoulder Do?

Question

I know its for a shoulder injury, but what is it designed to do?

Answer 1

She had surgery on her shoulder and the doctor put that black tape that relaxes it and keeps it secure.

It's called Kinesio-taping and is usually applied by therapists, not physicians.It is like some kind of chinese symbol of strength too

Answer 2

Many thought that Kerry Walsh carries a tattoo on her shoulder, but it's not. Kerry Walsh has, what is called a Kinesio Tape. The taping is done to increase blood flow through the muscles.

It is called Kinesio Tex Taping which is an elastic taping used in chiropractic, rehabilitation and sports medicine.

Developed 25 years ago by Dr. Kenzo Kase, Kinesio taping is now getting recognition and being used by top athletes such as Lance Armstrong, Serena Williams, David Beckam, Robby Ginepri and Justine Henin.

Kinesio Tape works by giving support like a flexible brace and facilitates weak muscles with neurological awareness or proprioception. Kerri Walsh had a recent rotator cuff surgery last November. NBC reported that she uses it for better circulation and her shoulder pain.

-----i got this off a site from google, all though the first person's answer is pretty much the same.

Answer 3

Its called Kinesiotape..... pretty cool stuff