What is kinesiology tape and how does it work?

Kinesiology tape stabilizes the injured area by gently adhering to the skin and applying pressure to the tissue wound by the tape. The tape allows connective tissue around the affected muscles or tendons to move with the body.

Is kinesiology tape tape really useful?
continue. The study concluded that there is little quality evidence to support the use of Kinesio Tape rather than other types of elastic tape to manage or prevent sports injuries. Some experts suggest that the use of tape may have a placebo effect, which athletes believe will help.