Spring Conference

Kinesio Taping Foundations

Instructor: Troy Lavigne (Bio Below)

The Kinesio Foundations course will present all the concepts and techniques of Kinesio Taping in an expedited course format. This course will be held over a 2-day (8 hr/day) period with a 4-hour pre-course that must be complete prior to the 2-day course. This 4-hour pre-course will be e-mailed to the attendees 2 weeks prior to the class.

The first day will present an overview of the development of the Kinesio Taping Method, Fundamental concepts, assessments and screening tests, and begin to introduce Kinesio Correction taping techniques. After completing the fundamental concepts, the course will move into advanced techniques and clinical reasoning. Attendees will problem solve complex clinical cases requiring the application of multiple Kinesio taping techniques. Lab sessions will provide time to practice assessments and screenings, plus applying techniques to a variety of upper and lower body conditions. Instructors will provide personalized feedback to each attendee to insure a thorough grasp of the taping concepts and techniques.

What To Bring/Wear to Class:

Wear comfortable clothing that is flexible to tape around
Shorts are highly recommended for the lab portion of the class
For women: spaghetti strap tank tops and normal bras (not sports bras) are highly recommended
For men: it is recommended to shave any area that you would like tape to stay on (injuries)

About Our Spring 2024 Instructor

Troy Lavigne

Troy Lavigne is a highly skilled professional in massage therapy, specializing in techniques like Kinesio Taping, Orthopedic/Sports, Pediatric, and Lymphatic Drainage. He has a wealth of experience, having served as the Director of Education for the Colorado AMTA from 2016-2023. Troy is also a published author and researcher who hosts a podcast call The Sensory Approach to Manual Therapy.

He started his own massage clinic in Boulder, CO in 2005 and has worked with various renowned teams and organizations, including the Colorado Rapids U-23 Team, Trek Factory Racing and Cannondale Factory Racing. In additions, he has provided massage care for children with special needs in India and continues to work with the pediatric population regularly.

Troy is also dedicated to educating others and has developed a series of courses as well as having been a certified Kinesio Taping Instructor since 2012. He has taught and shared his expertise in numerous hospitals, universities, and colleges worldwide.

For more information about Troy Lavigne you can listen to his podcast at: Sensory Approach to Manual Therapy on all platforms as well as visit his website at www.troylavigne.com

Kinesio Taping Foundations

Troy Lavigne April 4-5, 2025

Kinesio Taping Foundations

Instructor: Troy Lavigne (Bio Below)

What To Bring/Wear to Class:

About Our Spring 2024 Instructor

Troy Lavigne