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Kinesio Taping Techniques

Functional taping methods used in rehabilitation, sports medicine and chronic pain.

Written by: Saygı Hospital Health Guide Editorial Board
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What is Kinesio Taping Techniques?

Kinesio taping is a flexible elastic tape application invented by Kase, used to provide neuromuscular and proprioceptive feedback in muscle-skeletal pathologies.

Different applications are used: muscle facilitation/inhibition, fascial correction, mechanical correction, ligament-tendon stabilization, lymphatic drainage and joint correction.

It is a complementary intervention used in sports injuries, postoperative edema, lymphedema management, scar tissue, postural correction and pediatric rehabilitation. Evidence is variable; typically used as adjunct.

Symptoms

Acute and chronic muscle pain
Sports injuries
Postoperative edema
Lymphedema
Postural disorders
Joint instability
Fascial pain
Pediatric rehabilitation

Risk Factors

Skin allergy and dermatitis
Active skin infection (contraindication)
Open wound on application area
Severe peripheral vascular disease
Active deep vein thrombosis (contraindication)
Active malignancy on application area
Pregnancy (caution in some applications)
Compromised skin integrity

When to See a Doctor?

If you experience any of the following symptoms, seek medical attention promptly:

  • Treatment of sports injuries
  • Postoperative edema management
  • Lymphedema management
  • Postural correction need
  • Skin reaction to tape
  • Persistent symptoms despite taping

Treatment Methods

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Detailed assessment of indication
02
Skin preparation and patch test
03
Pre-application skin shaving when needed
04
Application by appropriate technique (muscle/fascial/lymphatic)
05
Tension determination (10-75% based on goal)
06
Application duration (3-5 days)
07
Postoperative skin care
08
Outcome assessment

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