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TREATMENT TECHNIQUE

Support Your Movement With

Kinesiology Tape

That colorful tape you see on athletes has a purpose. Kinesiology taping supports muscles and joints, can help manage swelling, and lets you keep moving while you heal.

ABOUT THIS SERVICE

What Is Kinesiology Taping?

Kinesiology taping uses a flexible, stretchy tape applied to the skin to support muscles and joints without restricting movement. Physical therapists use it to help manage pain and swelling, provide feedback and support to an injured area, and let you stay active during recovery. It’s a complement to hands-on care and exercise.

“Highest-quality people providing the most evidence-based medicine that produces the best outcomes and creates the best value.”

Aaron Kraai, PT, DPT, Founder & CEO, Doctors of Physical Therapy

Support Without Stiffness

Flexible tape supports muscles and joints while still allowing movement.

Helps Manage Swelling

Can assist with swelling and bruising around an injury.

Feedback & Awareness

Gives your body cues to support better movement and posture.

Keep Moving

Lets you stay active during recovery.

CONDITIONS & SYMPTOMS

What Kinesiology Taping Can Help

Taping supports recovery for a range of issues, including:

Joint

Joint Sprains

Support for sprained ankles, knees, and other joints.

Muscle

Muscle Strains

Support and feedback for strained or overworked muscles.

Swelling

Swelling & Bruising

Helping manage swelling around an injury.

Posture

Posture Support

Cueing better posture at the shoulders and spine.

Sports

Sports Injuries

Keeping athletes moving while an injury heals.

Postpartum

Diastasis Recti Support

Supporting the abdominal wall as part of postpartum recovery.

DIRECT ACCESS

You Do Not Need a Doctor Permission to Take Care of Your Body

See a physical therapist directly, no referral required in most states.

Book Directly

Call us or book online. No referral. No authorization delay.

See a Licensed PT

Your first visit is a full evaluation with a licensed physical therapist.

Get a Custom Plan

Evidence-based, personalized to your body and your goals.

Get Better Faster

Better outcomes. Fewer visits. Back to doing what you love.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

It supports muscles and joints, can help manage swelling, and provides feedback, as a complement to your therapy, not a stand-alone fix.

Kinesiology tape is typically worn for a few days at a time, including in the shower.

Most people tolerate it well; let your therapist know if you have sensitive skin.

If you’d benefit from support or swelling management while staying active, your therapist can apply it as part of your plan.

In most cases, no. Rules vary by plan and state.

Your first visit is a full evaluation, your therapist reviews your history, watches how you move, and builds a plan around your goals. In most states you can come directly, no referral needed.

Where To Get Care

Clinics Offering Kinesiology Taping

Kinesiology Taping is offered at the 9 clinics listed below. Services vary by location, so call ahead to confirm availability before your visit.

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