Edukasi Praktis Penanganan Cedera Olahraga: Pendekatan Kinesio Tapping pada Guru PJOK Probolinggo

Abstract

: Lack of knowledge and practical skills in handling injuries is often a major obstacle. Therefore, training based on the kinesio taping approach was held to provide practical solutions that can be applied by Physical Education (PE) teachers in Probolinggo. The purpose of this community service is to improve Physical Education teachers' understanding of handling sports injuries practically. The training implementation method is carried out in the form of an interactive workshop on the presentation of theoretical material, demonstration of Kinesio Taping, and direct practice. This activity was attended by 15 PE teachers from junior high schools throughout Probolinggo. After the training, the evaluation showed that 85% of participants were able to apply kinesio taping correctly to simulated injury cases. Conclusion: This training has succeeded in providing practical education on handling sports injuries with the kinesio taping approach. PE teachers throughout Probolinggo now have the provisions to handle sports injuries more effectively and help students recover faster