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<strong>DARCO</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>sports</strong>:<br />

<strong>Medical</strong> <strong>tapes</strong> <strong>for</strong> <strong>in</strong>jury <strong>prevention</strong><br />

<strong>and</strong> <strong>post</strong> <strong>in</strong>jury aftercare.<br />

<strong>DARCO</strong> St<strong>and</strong>ard Tape<br />

Non-elastic Athletic Tape<br />

> <strong>for</strong> treatment of muscular pa<strong>in</strong><br />

> <strong>for</strong> stabilization of jo<strong>in</strong>ts <strong>and</strong> muscles<br />

> an alternative to braces<br />

<strong>DARCO</strong> Underwrap<br />

Cohesive Elastic Fixation B<strong>and</strong>age<br />

> sk<strong>in</strong>-friendly<br />

> protective cover<br />

> <strong>for</strong> fixation of plasters <strong>and</strong> b<strong>and</strong>ages<br />

> elastic <strong>and</strong> extra-th<strong>in</strong> material<br />

> cohesive, no fixation of ends necessary<br />

<strong>DARCO</strong> X-patch<br />

Cross Acupuncture Tape<br />

> harmonises the trigger po<strong>in</strong>ts<br />

> alleviates pa<strong>in</strong><br />

> stimulates the energy gates (meridians)<br />

> scar tissue relief<br />

<strong>DARCO</strong> Elastic Tape<br />

Elastic Tape <strong>for</strong> K<strong>in</strong>esiology<br />

> <strong>for</strong> treatment of muscular pa<strong>in</strong><br />

> to improve per<strong>for</strong>mance by means<br />

of cont<strong>in</strong>uous stimulation<br />

> stimulates the blood circulation<br />

> elastic <strong>and</strong> stretchable up to 30 – 40 %<br />

<strong>DARCO</strong> Pre-Tape<br />

Foam Underwrap<br />

> as cushion<strong>in</strong>g to protect the sk<strong>in</strong><br />

<strong>in</strong> tap<strong>in</strong>g<br />

> soft <strong>and</strong> porous<br />

> to position cushion<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> cast<strong>in</strong>g<br />

New at <strong>DARCO</strong>!


<strong>DARCO</strong> Elastic Tape<br />

The <strong>DARCO</strong> Elastic Tape is an elastic sport<br />

<strong>and</strong> therapy tape <strong>for</strong> k<strong>in</strong>esiology tap<strong>in</strong>g.<br />

This technique is used world wide <strong>in</strong> many<br />

sport<strong>in</strong>g fields as successfully as with patients<br />

<strong>in</strong> a physiotherapeutic sett<strong>in</strong>g. The<br />

<strong>DARCO</strong> Elastic Tape is designed to the same<br />

thickness <strong>and</strong> elasticity of the epidermis<br />

(outer layer) of the sk<strong>in</strong>. It allows longitud<strong>in</strong>al<br />

stretch of 30– 40% of its rest<strong>in</strong>g<br />

length.<br />

The tape is used <strong>in</strong> treatment of muscle,<br />

fascia <strong>and</strong> tendon symptoms <strong>and</strong> <strong>for</strong> per<strong>for</strong>mance<br />

enhancement by way of cont<strong>in</strong>uous<br />

receptor stimulation. The natural heal<strong>in</strong>g<br />

process is enhanced due to improved circulation<br />

<strong>in</strong> the taped areas.<br />

Improvement of microcircu-<br />

lation due to new adhesive<br />

technology! Wave <strong>and</strong> stripe<br />

pattern of adhesive improve<br />

the evaporation of sweat<br />

(<strong>and</strong> help protect<strong>in</strong>g the sk<strong>in</strong>’s<br />

ecosystem).<br />

Technical data: <strong>DARCO</strong> Elastic Tape is made<br />

of cotton <strong>and</strong> acrylic adhesive. The tape<br />

is sk<strong>in</strong>-friendly <strong>and</strong> water-resistant. The<br />

<strong>DARCO</strong> Elastic Tapes are currently available<br />

<strong>in</strong> red, blue, yellow, black <strong>and</strong> beige.<br />

Item-No. Colour Width × Length<br />

<strong>DARCO</strong> Elastic Tape<br />

DKT-R Red 5.0 cm × 5.0 m<br />

DKT-B Blue 5.0 cm × 5.0 m<br />

DKT-G Yellow 5.0 cm × 5.0 m<br />

DKT-S Black 5.0 cm × 5.0 m<br />

DKT-H Beige 5.0 cm × 5.0 m<br />

LATEX<br />

FREE<br />

<strong>DARCO</strong> St<strong>and</strong>ard Tape <strong>DARCO</strong> X-patch<br />

The <strong>DARCO</strong> St<strong>and</strong>ard Tape is a non-elastic<br />

athletic tape used to stabilize jo<strong>in</strong>ts <strong>and</strong><br />

muscles.<br />

Use of this tape is known the world over.<br />

In <strong>sports</strong>-related applications <strong>in</strong> particular,<br />

it provides an excellent alternative to<br />

braces, s<strong>in</strong>ce it lends itself to <strong>in</strong>dividual adaptation<br />

to the situation, i.e. to the sport<br />

<strong>and</strong> the level of risk of <strong>in</strong>jury <strong>in</strong>volved as<br />

well as to the physiognomy of the wearer.<br />

Technical data: The <strong>DARCO</strong> St<strong>and</strong>ard Tape<br />

is made of cotton <strong>and</strong> z<strong>in</strong>c oxide.<br />

<strong>DARCO</strong> Underwrap<br />

<strong>DARCO</strong> St<strong>and</strong>ard Tape<br />

DST White 3.8 cm × 10.0 m<br />

<strong>DARCO</strong> Underwrap<br />

DUW-6 Beige 6.0 cm × 4.0 m<br />

DUW-8 Beige 8.0 cm × 4.0 m<br />

DUW-20 Beige 8.0 cm × 20.0 m<br />

LATEX<br />

FREE<br />

The <strong>DARCO</strong> Underwrap is a lengthwise elastic<br />

<strong>and</strong> very th<strong>in</strong> woven adhesive b<strong>and</strong>age.<br />

This underwrap is primarily used <strong>for</strong> compression<br />

treatment as well as <strong>for</strong> preventive<br />

sk<strong>in</strong> protection under an athletic tape.<br />

Moreover, it is meant <strong>for</strong> fix<strong>in</strong>g treatment<br />

support<strong>in</strong>g aids such as ice <strong>for</strong> cool<strong>in</strong>g.<br />

Technical data: The underwrap is made of<br />

60% polyamide <strong>and</strong> 40% cotton breatheably<br />

<strong>in</strong>terwoven <strong>for</strong> a specifically com<strong>for</strong>table fit.<br />

The material conta<strong>in</strong>s natural rubber latex.<br />

It is available <strong>in</strong> three sizes.<br />

LATEX<br />

The <strong>DARCO</strong> X-patch tape harmonises pa<strong>in</strong><br />

<strong>and</strong> trigger po<strong>in</strong>ts.<br />

The <strong>DARCO</strong> X-patch tape can be worn up<br />

to 3 – 5 days due to its water resistance<br />

quality, provid<strong>in</strong>g therapeutic benefits<br />

around the clock <strong>for</strong> the entire time it is<br />

worn. It supports the flow of energy <strong>in</strong><br />

the tissue.<br />

Technical data: The <strong>DARCO</strong> X-patch tape<br />

is made of non elastic nylon <strong>and</strong> acrylic<br />

adhesive. It is available <strong>in</strong> three sizes.<br />

<strong>DARCO</strong> Pre-Tape<br />

<strong>DARCO</strong> Pre-Tape is used as an undercoat<strong>in</strong>g<br />

to protect the sk<strong>in</strong> <strong>in</strong> tap<strong>in</strong>g, <strong>and</strong> to position<br />

cushion<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> cast<strong>in</strong>g.<br />

The th<strong>in</strong> blue foam material is porous <strong>and</strong><br />

water-repellant. The soft foam is easy to use,<br />

very mild on the sk<strong>in</strong> <strong>and</strong> does not absorb<br />

moisture.<br />

Technical data: <strong>DARCO</strong> Pre-Tape consists of<br />

polyurethane (PUR foam).<br />

<strong>DARCO</strong> X-patch<br />

DGT-1 Beige 2.8 × 2.1 cm 180 pieces<br />

DGT-2 Beige 3.5 × 2.5 cm 120 pieces<br />

DGT-3 Beige 5.2 × 4.5 cm 40 pieces<br />

<strong>DARCO</strong> Pre-Tape<br />

PRE-TB Blue 7.0 cm × 27.0 m<br />

<strong>DARCO</strong> (Europe) GmbH<br />

Gewerbegebiet 18 | 82399 Raist<strong>in</strong>g | Germany | Telephone +49 (0) 88 07.92 28-0 | Fax -22 | <strong>in</strong>fo@darco.de | www.darco-onl<strong>in</strong>e.com<br />

LATEX<br />

FREE<br />

LATEX<br />

FREE<br />

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