Applications for Biomechanical Taping and Kinesiotaping in Athletics.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Kinesiology taping (KT) is a popular therapeutic modality used by athletes for sports performance enhancement. The objective of this presentation is to demonstrate appropriate KT techniques for a variety of pathologies among athletes.

Indications

KT can be used to enhance athletic performance by improving strength, range of motion, and proprioception. Several application sites are commonly used in athletics for various pathologies.

Technique description

A variety of KT techniques are applied to specific joints to support athletic performance. For the ankle, the tape is applied beginning on the lateral surface of the leg, wrapping around the lateral ankle, and ending on the dorsal aspect of the foot. For the foot, a "figure 8" is applied over the metatarsal

SUBMITTER: Lieu B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11950623 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar-Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature