Kinesio taping
Kinesio taping is a complementary method that uses special elastic adhesive tapes applied to the skin with different methods and tensions depending on the goal of the treatment. The tape can be used within a pathway of medical massage, rehabilitation and management of musculoskeletal conditions, as a support to manual techniques and other therapies.
How it works
The tape is applied directly to the skin. Depending on the technique, the application can aim to provide a mechanical and sensory stimulus to the skin and superficial tissues, influencing the perception of movement and of the treated area.
It can be used to support:
- Modulating pain perception
- Promoting awareness of the treated area
- Accompanying movement
- Supporting some muscle and joint conditions
- Integrating manual treatment
- Maintaining a therapeutic stimulus even between sessions
What to expect
The application is generally quick and painless. Once applied, the tape can stay on the skin for a certain period.
You may feel:
- A slight tension
- Greater awareness of the treated area
How long it stays on depends on the area, the type of tape, the condition of the skin and individual needs: it can generally remain applied for a few days as long as the skin stays in good condition.
Benefits
Depending on the technique and the condition, it can help to:
- Modulate pain perception
- Improve awareness of the affected area
- Provide sensory support during movement
- Accompany functional recovery
- Support some musculoskeletal conditions
- Prolong some of the treatment’s stimuli between sessions
Indications
- Muscle tension
- Overload
- Some joint conditions
- Sports-related conditions
- Functional limb conditions
- Some painful musculoskeletal conditions
Professional approach
The choice of technique considers the area, the symptoms, mobility and function, sports or work activity, skin characteristics and the goal of the treatment.
- Sport → it can be applied before or during training or competition as a complementary support; it does not replace recovery, physical preparation or the treatment of an injury
- Integration with other methods → it can be combined with medical massage, sports massage, manual lymphatic drainage or other methods when it is a useful support in the pathway
Cautions: particular care is needed in the presence of wounds, irritation, dermatitis, skin reactions, known allergies to adhesives or skin infections.
Services
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Medical massage
Therapeutic massage to promote health, prevent and treat conditions.
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Sports massage
Athletic preparation and post‑competition recovery for athletes.
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Lymphatic drainage
Technique to stimulate the lymphatic system and promote fluid drainage.
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Connective tissue massage
Deep fascial treatment to release adhesions and tension.
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Plantar reflexology
Stimulation of reflex points on the sole of the foot for general well‑being.
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Ultrasound therapy
High‑frequency sound waves to reduce pain and promote tissue healing.
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Tecar therapy
Electromagnetic energy to accelerate the body’s natural tissue repair processes.
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Shockwave therapy
Acoustic waves for the treatment of chronic musculoskeletal conditions.
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