You are not alone if you have been enduring the sharp, stabbing chest pain frequently linked to costochondritis. Those who are hypermobile or have poor muscle tone are more likely to experience this problem. If you're experiencing pain, swelling, or lack of support for your ribs, this video will show you how to apply KT tape in a precise and methodical way.
A bad posture is one of the main causes of costochondritis. Crouching puts strain on the rib cage, cuts off blood supply to the delicate muscles between the sternum and the ribs, and can even irritate the cartilage that connects the two. Because our hypermobile bodies have weak muscles in key areas like the lower traps, spinal erectors, and upper traps, it's all too easy for our ribs to collapse into an unnatural position.
Since KT tape isn't a miracle cure, this video won't be about those kinds of miraculous solutions. However, it can serve as a gentle reminder to your brain. A physical signal that announces, "Hey, raise that sternum, expand those ribs, and keep that improved alignment." Just by keeping your body in a more natural position, you can alleviate some of the strain on already-injured muscles, ligaments, and joints.
This guide is specifically designed for individuals who are living with hypermobility, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, or who have been experiencing persistent rib pain. It's straightforward, supported by evidence, and easy to implement. You should still consider targeted rehabilitation or medical intervention as primary methods, but KT tape can be a useful adjunct.
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