Kinesiologic tape lifts the skin and increases the space between the skin and muscles, and diminishes compression resulting from the injury in the area. Reduction of the compression in the injury site will increase both circulation and movement, which in turn will reduce inflammation in the area and will prevent excitation of the nerve ends in the subcutaneous area, and painless movement will be possible as a result.
Kinesiotaping is used for the following problems:
- Foot deformities (hallux valgus, hammer toe, heel spur…)
- Kinesiotaping can be used simultaneously with other physical therapy methods including cold therapy or electrotherapy.
- Twisting and strains of joints
- Muscular weakness related to immobility
- Trap neuropathies like carpal tunnel syndrome
- Lymphedema
- Mechanical problems that cause neck, back or lumbar pain.
- Injuries of the soft tissues of the musculoskeletal system (tendinitis, bursitis, muscular strains)
- Sports injuries
- Joint instability (infirmness)
- Postural deformities
- With protection purposes to support tissues surrounding the muscles/joints before physical activities or sporting activities
- Muscular strength deficiencies seen in neurological diseases
- Degenerative arthritis (arthrosis)
Bandage technique is one of the treatment choices for orthopedic or neurologic problems or after surgical procedures as well as frequent health problems including lumbar, back or neck pain. carried out. For the application of an effective bandage technique, the physiotherapist must evaluate the patient fully and determine and apply the technique to be used.