Kinesiology taping

Kinesiology tape applied to a patient’s shoulder

Description of Kinesiology taping

Kinesiology taping is a therapeutic technique that uses a flexible, elastic fabric tape applied to the skin to support muscles and joints without restricting movement. It is commonly used in physiotherapy to help reduce pain, improve circulation, support injured areas, and enhance functional movement during recovery or activity.

How does kinesiology taping work?


Kinesiology tape works by gently lifting the skin to create space between the skin and
underlying tissues. This can help improve blood and lymphatic flow, reduce swelling, and
decrease pressure on pain receptors.


It also provides sensory feedback to support better muscle activation, posture, and joint
awareness and enhance functional movement during recovery or activity.

 

Kinesiology taping on shoulder for muscle support
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Frequently Asked Questions

It gently lifts the skin to improve blood flow, reduce swelling and ease pressure on pain receptors, while supporting muscle activation.

No — unlike rigid strapping, it’s flexible and can be worn during training and competition.

Muscle strains, ligament injuries, tendonitis, joint pain, swelling and postural issues — applied alongside other physiotherapy treatments.