What is Kinesio Taping? 

 

Kinesiology Taping, also known as Kinesio Taping or K-Taping, was created by Kenzo Kase; a chiropractor in Japan in the 1970's. It became more widely known and popular following the 2008 Beijing Olympics, where many athletes were spotted wearing brightly coloured tape for their events. 

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There is a growing body of evidence to support the use of Kinesio Tape for a variety of conditions, and it is most effective in conjunction with other treatment methods e.g. manual therapy and exercise. 

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The tape itself is similar to a plaster, or Band-Aid; stretchy and sticky. It is hypo-allergenic, so is tolerated well even by people with sensitive skin. Once applied, it can usually be worn for 3-5 days and is water resistant, meaning you can still swim and shower whilst wearing it. 

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Benefits of using Kinesio tape include: 

• Pain reduction

• Reduction of swelling and oedema

• Joint and postural support

• Improved range of movement

• Enhanced healing and recovery

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In many instances, you can be taught how to apply the tape yourself, meaning you can reapply at home in between your therapy sessions for better continuity and improved outcomes.