What's the difference between rigid sport tape and kinesiology tape?

Rigid athletic tape and kinesiology tape persue different goals and work in completely different ways.

Rigid athletic tape (0% elasticity)

• Immobilizes or severly limits movement
• May protect against twisting through structural support
• Mainly used in competition for joint stability
• Air- and waterproof, but not comfortable for long-time wear

Kinesiology tape

• Supports movement rather than blocking it
• Works through skin stimulation and proprioceptive feedback
• May promote circulation, lymphatic flow, and muscle activation
• Breathable, skin-friendly, and werable for several days

K-Active® Tape Sport sits exactly in between:

It offers more stability than classic kinesiology tape. without the disadvantages of rigid atheltic tape, such as restricted freedom of movement or lack of breathablitiy.