From human therapy, the positive effects of CrossLinq cross tape on various symptoms and conditions are already well known. These CrossLinqs can also be applied in veterinary treatments, and practical experience has shown that this non-invasive method delivers excellent results in the animal world as well. Specifically developed for animals, CrossLinq – VET has been added to the VetkinTape range.

CrossLinqs are rectangular, non-elastic cross tape with an uneven number of horizontal lines and an even number of vertical lines. This structure is not a coincidence; it is based on traditional Chinese medicine and the Yin-Yang philosophy.In practice, the cross tape are applied to acupuncture and meridian points, local pain points, trigger points, scars, bursitis, lymph nodes, arthritis, osteoarthritis, joints, muscles, and ligaments.

How to apply CrossLinq® – VET to animal fur?

General tip: Apply the CrossLinq diagonally at a 45-degree angle, preferably to the left! You can apply CrossLinq directly to the fur, but make sure it is clean and free of dust.After surgeries where the fur has been shaved, it is also possible to apply CrossLinq, but never on open wounds.
CrossLinqs can be worn for several days and are water-resistant. Replace the CrossLinqs once the edges start to peel.

The CrossLinq cross tape are electrostatically charged. The patches are placed on release paper with a smooth coating.
Once removed from the release paper, the CrossLinq becomes electrostatically charged. Do not use your fingers; instead, use a wooden tweezer to keep the patch “charged.”

In case of illness or other conditions, the animal’s positive and negative charges may be out of balance. Once the CrossLinq is applied in the right place, it works through the skin receptors in the fur to restore balance, reducing pain and discomfort.

When applying the patch, you may notice that, due to the electrostatic charge, the cross tape is drawn toward the affected area—this is where you should apply it. Multiple sizes and patches can be applied in one area.

What effects can you expect from using CrossLinq® – VET?

If you are familiar with animal acupuncture points and meridians, you can apply the patches to specific points associated with certain issues, particularly those related to organs and the nervous system (such as bladder, stomach, kidneys, lungs, but also anxiety and nervousness).

Even without acupuncture knowledge, CrossLinq can be applied to pain points, muscles, scars, lymph nodes, insect bites, and joints.

Examples of applications successfully used in practice

• Before or after dental treatment to relax the jaw joint or with other TMJ issues
• Faster and improved scar healing
• On tendon attachments and in case of muscle issues
• For painful knees, ankles, meniscus, or patella problems
• SI (Sacroiliac joint) problems
• Cauda Equina Syndrome (nerve root compression at the base of the spinal cord)
• Osteoarthritis – cartilage wear between joints (such as spinal osteoarthritis)
• Arthritis – inflammation of (small) joints
• Bursitis – inflammation of the bursa
• Pain points such as pressure points (e.g., from a saddle), trigger points, or other sensitive spots
• Wound healing – apply CrossLinq around the wound
• Wobbler syndrome – cervical vertebral stenotic myelopathy (CVSM), a neurological condition caused by pressure on the spinal cord in the neck
• Swelling around the horse’s hock joint (windpuffs)
• Treating insect bites
• Lymph treatments such as activating lymph nodes or in lymphangitis (inflammation of lymph vessels in horses’ legs)
• Limber tail syndrome (“dead tail”) – painful tail in dogs due to overexertion (often after swimming in cold water)
• Hoof issues such as laminitis – a painful inflammation of the hooves

Contraindications:

• Do not apply over open wounds or fresh scars
• Use caution during pregnancy – avoid acupuncture points and do not tape around the abdomen
• Do not apply in case of fever
• Do not apply in case of tumors

Disclaimer
Please note: The CrossLinq applications and information provided on our website have not yet been scientifically proven. The examples mentioned are based on long-term experience from trained therapists.