Kinesiotape precautions and contraindications

Besides the wide range of applications for taping, it’s important for professionals to understand the contraindications and precautions of kinesiology taping. When professionals are properly trained in applying kinesiology tape using the MTC® (Medical Taping Concept), they can achieve outstanding results. Combining the MTC® method with CureTape® provides a therapy that is not only highly effective but also safe and painless. Patients often experience immediate relief during treatment.

What Can Kinesiology Taping Achieve?

Kinesiology taping is commonly used to speed up recovery by stimulating specific bodily processes that support healing, such as the vascular and lymphatic systems. By activating these systems, the tape helps deliver more nutrients to the area, increases immune defense, and enhances waste removal. This leads to faster recovery.

Indications and Applications of Kinesiology Taping

• Post-treatment for injuries to the musculoskeletal system, including back, shoulder, knee, and calf conditions.
• Stimulation of weak (hypotonic) muscles and relaxation of overactive (hypertonic) muscles.
• Treatment of issues caused by overuse, such as RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury) or tennis elbow.
• Preventive use of CureTape® to protect muscles and joints from potential overload.
• Improvement in range of motion (ROM).
• Reduction of inflammation.
• Relief from fluid-related issues, such as edema, bruising, and lymphoedema (specific techniques are required).
• Postural correction or repositioning of misaligned joints.
• Pain reduction by influencing the body’s natural pain-relief system.
• Reduction of tension headaches and nerve pain by affecting the nervous system.
• Segmental or regional effects on organs, helpful in cases like stomach or menstrual discomfort.
• Improvement in proprioception (body awareness).
• Stimulation of both the mechanical and sensory components of the fascia.

Precautions and Contraindications for CureTape® Kinesiology Tape

There are certain situations where the use of kinesiology tape should be avoided:

• Avoid applying tape to acute injuries unless a proper diagnosis has been made.
• Not suitable for use on patients with a fever.
• Do not apply tape over broken or damaged skin.
• Special care is required during pregnancy; while treatment can be beneficial, it should only be done after consulting a therapist.
• Do not use on patients with thrombosis, as it could cause the thrombus to dislodge into the bloodstream.
• Caution is advised when treating patients with heart conditions, as increased lymph flow can place additional strain on the heart.

The Lifting Effect of CureTape® Kinesiology Tape

The elasticity of CureTape® compared to the skin’s elasticity creates a lifting effect on the epidermis. You can often see small wave-like patterns on the tape, known as ‘convolutions’ or ‘corrugations.’

This lifting effect immediately reduces pressure on the skin, allowing for better blood circulation and lymph drainage. By reducing the pressure on pain receptors, the tape can provide immediate pain relief. Various taping techniques offer different effects on the body, tailored by the therapist to benefit the patient. One of the most significant benefits of using CureTape® is the stimulation of the body’s natural healing abilities.

“CureTape® kinesiology tape activates the body’s self-healing mechanisms while allowing full freedom of movement.”