Summary | Kinesiotape in physiotherapy

Summary

Kinesiotapes are elastic tapes that are suitable for a variety of treatments. They should be applied by trained therapists or doctors. Today, however, there is also a wide range of information material on the market for amateur-friendly application.

Kinesiotapes can be bought in pharmacies, online or from the therapist. Meanwhile they can also be found in supermarkets. Kinesiotape is used to relax tense muscles, can be used for pain therapy, or for posture correction.

Their field of application is flexible. The tapes usually do not limit the functional range of motion of a joint. They are self-adhesive, skin-friendly and can be worn for up to 7 days (even during sports or under the influence of water). Before a kinesiotape is applied, a medical report should be made to find out the cause of the complaints.