Kinesio taping - What have we learned in 50 years?

This study aimed to use data from existing systematic reviews to understand the effects of kinesio taping in various conditions. Kinesio taping has been used by clinicians for treating a broad spectrum of dysfunctions, despite limited evidence validating its efficacy. This review aims to explore the potential impact of kinesio taping on pain, disability, range of motion, and other relevant outcomes, as well as the underlying mechanisms. The PubMed, PEDro, and Google Scholar databases were searched using a search string that was designed according to the aims and goals of the study. A total of 42 systematic reviews were included in this study. While certain favourable outcomes were observed, the available evidence does not support the widespread use of kinesio taping. The lack of quality and reliability of the evidence highlights the need for further high-quality, placebo-controlled studies on the effectiveness of kinesio taping.