review · Journal of Pain Research
This systematic review evaluated the clinical effectiveness of Kinesio Taping for relieving pain and restoring joint function in individuals suffering from knee osteoarthritis. Researchers analysed eighteen randomised controlled trials published between 2014 and 2019, comprising a total of 876 patients. The methodological quality and risk of bias across the studies were assessed using recognised standards, resulting in an overall evidence rating of moderate to high. Analysis demonstrated statistically significant improvements for patients treated with Kinesio Taping compared to control groups across multiple functional criteria. These improvements included lower pain scores on the visual analogue scale, better outcomes on the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index, and increased flexion range of motion. Overall, the findings confirm that Kinesio Taping serves as an effective therapeutic intervention for improving mobility and alleviating knee osteoarthritis symptoms.
Knee osteoarthritis is a major cause of mobility loss and chronic joint discomfort. Identifying simple, non-invasive therapies can help individuals maintain their daily activities without relying solely on pharmaceuticals or surgery. By confirming that Kinesio Taping reliably improves joint function and reduces pain, this review provides healthcare professionals and patients with clear, evidence-based support for incorporating taping into broader conservative management programmes.
This research evaluates an applied and clinically tested physical therapy method that can be utilised immediately by physiotherapists, sports therapists, and rehabilitation clinics. Because Kinesio Taping relies on existing, commercially accessible taping products, there is minimal delay before real-world adoption. However, the abstract does not examine specific commercial tape brands, manufacturing techniques, or self-management retail pathways.
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The purpose of this review was to summarize the current best evidence for the effectiveness of Kinesio Taping in reducing pain and increasing knee function for patients with knee osteoarthritis. A comprehensive search of literature published between 2014 and 2019 was conducted using the following electronic databases: PubMed, Google Scholar, Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro), Science Direct, and Scopus. Only randomized controlled trials evaluating the effect of Kinesio Taping on knee osteoarthritis were included. PEDro was used to assess the risk of bias of included trials. This study was reported according to the guideline of the PRISMA statement. The methodological quality of the studies was done using the PEDro scale and GRADE approach. The overall quality of evidence was rated from moderate to high. Eighteen randomized trials involving 876 patients were included. The present systematic review demonstrated that there were significant differences between Kinesio Taping groups and control groups in terms of visual analog scale (VAS), Western Ontario and MacMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) scale and flexion range of motion. Kinesio Taping is effective in improving pain and joint function in patients with knee OA.
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DOI: 10.2147/jpr.s249567
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