Taping
Sports/kinesio taping for joint stability and preventing re-injury.
Elastic or kinesio tape applied over the joint provides extra support and cues the muscles to stabilize it more actively during movement. It's especially useful after a sprain and during a return to sport.
Price: 6,00 € (per segment)
How it works
After a sprain or strain, the ligaments and proprioception (the joint's sense of position) can stay weakened even after the pain is gone, which is why the joint "gives way" at unpredictable moments.
Elastic or kinesio tape applied over the joint provides extra support and cues the muscles to more actively stabilize the joint during movement, reducing the risk of re-injury — especially useful during a return to sport.
Taping on its own doesn't heal the injury — it provides temporary support while the ligament and surrounding muscles recover, which is why we most often combine it with manual therapy or individual exercise that build lasting stability.
Treatment steps
- 1Assessing the joint and level of instability
- 2Applying elastic or kinesio tape over the joint
- 3Guidance on how long to wear it and combining it with exercise
Who it's for
Frequently asked questions
Does taping replace rehabilitation?
No, it works best combined with strengthening through manual therapy or individual exercise.
How long is the tape worn?
Depending on the purpose, usually a few days, per the therapist's guidance.
Is applying tape painful?
No, applying the tape is quick and painless.
Can I shower with the tape on?
Kinesio tape is water-resistant and tolerates a brief shower; elastic tape is better removed before showering, per the therapist's guidance.
Which sports most often call for taping?
Most often football, basketball, running, and other sports with frequent ankle or knee sprains.
Are there contraindications for taping?
Yes. We avoid taping over a known allergy to the tape adhesive, an open wound or damaged skin, or a circulation disorder at the application site. Let us know if you have sensitive skin before your first session.
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