ROCKTAPE's Active-Recovery (AR) series of tapes are designed to enhance performance and recovery, and are engineered to meet the demands of endurance Athletes like runners, swimmers and cyclists. Unlike regular compression garments and tapes, ROCKTAPE's AR series can be used both to apply compression to promote recovery, or decompression to relieve pain and swelling. Rocktape is used by over 6,000 medical professionals worldwide and is the first choice when treating common injuries such as shin splints, lower back and knee issues (ACL/MCL/Meniscus), shoulder impingement, broken collar bones and tennis elbow. When combined with Rocktape's POWER Taping method, Athletes can enhance performance by mitigating fatigue and promoting better form. Rocktape can even be used to treat lower back issues and swelling associated with pregnancy. Unlike other cheap competitive brands available through discount stores, Rocktape will withstand the demands of competition. We use the best 6/12 nylon, cotton and acrylic adhesive available and guarantee satisfaction. FDA/CE approved. (Rocktape contains no latex)