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Kinesiology Taping for Pain & Injury - Self-Application
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Kinesiology Taping for Pain & Injury - Self-Application

Step-by-step taping techniques for knees, ankles, back & more — taught by a registered osteopath
Created byChris Kinch
Last updated 1/2026
English

What you'll learn

  • To be able to explain what kinesiology tape is
  • To be able to explain and prepare the different strips of kinesiology tape
  • To be able to explain the proposed effects of kinesiology taping
  • To be able to prepare and apply kinesiology tape safely and effectively
  • To be able to remove kinesiology tape safely
  • To be able to apply kinesiology tape to different regions (if anatomical knowledge allows) using the principles taught in this course

Course content

2 sections20 lectures2h 21m total length
  • Course Overview: What This Course Covers (and What It Doesn’t)5:06

    This short introduction outlines the structure of the course, how to use the practical demonstrations, and how the downloadable manual supports your learning.

    This course focuses on safe, practical self-application of kinesiology tape, without exaggerated claims or gimmicks.

    Section 2 will focus on demonstration of various application techniques.

    By the end of Section 2, you will be able to:

    • Apply kinesiology tape independently to common body regions

    • Follow step-by-step application sequences confidently

    • Adjust tape placement and tension for comfort

    • Recognise when an application may not be appropriate

    • Use taping as a supportive strategy rather than a primary treatment

    This course is educational in nature and is not a substitute for individual assessment, diagnosis, or medical advice.

  • Understanding Kinesiology Tape: Materials, Design & Properties7:52

    This lecture explains how kinesiology tape is constructed, including its elasticity, adhesive properties, and intended interaction with the skin.

    Understanding these features helps you apply tape more appropriately and avoid common mistakes.

  • Why Use Kinesiology Tape? Therapeutic Rationale and Clinical Context9:02

    This lecture outlines the reasoning behind kinesiology taping, including its proposed role in comfort, movement support, and symptom modification.

    The discussion is evidence-informed and avoids overstating effects or guaranteeing outcomes.

  • Proposed Effects of Kinesiology Taping: What We Know and What We Don’t7:54

    This lecture explores commonly proposed effects of kinesiology taping and discusses them within a realistic, evidence-informed framework.

    The aim is to help you understand expectations without relying on myths or exaggerated claims.

  • Common Taping Terms and Preparing Tape for Application10:20

    This lecture explains common terminology used in kinesiology taping and demonstrates how to prepare tape correctly prior to application.

    These fundamentals make later practical demonstrations easier to follow.

  • Skin Preparation and Tape Tension: Practical Considerations5:37

    Learn how to prepare the skin safely and apply appropriate tape tension to reduce irritation and improve comfort.

    This lecture emphasises moderation and safety rather than aggressive or excessive tension.

  • Safe Removal, Skin Care and Contraindications4:47

    This lecture covers safe tape removal techniques, basic skin care considerations, and situations where kinesiology taping may not be appropriate.

    Understanding when not to tape is just as important as knowing how to apply it.

Requirements

  • 1 Pair of taping scissors or fabric scissors
  • Several rolls of Kinesiology tape for application practice. (Cheaper the better for practice)

Description

Tape it yourself — and do it right.

Whether you're dealing with a niggling knee, a sore lower back, or an ankle that flares up every time you train, kinesiology tape can be a genuinely useful tool, when you know how to use it.

The problem? Most people either apply it wrong, rely on random YouTube videos, or waste money on sessions just to get taped.

This course changes that.

Taught by a registered osteopath with clinical experience in pain and injury management, this is a clear, practical, and evidence-informed guide to kinesiology taping, designed specifically for self-application.

What you'll be able to do after this course:

  • Apply kinesiology tape confidently to common areas, including the: knee, elbow, lower back, ankle, calf, and foot

  • Understand why taping works, so you can make smarter decisions about when and how to use it

  • Prepare your skin properly and avoid the mistakes that cause tape to fail or irritate

  • Remove tape safely without damaging your skin

  • Know when taping is genuinely helpful, and when it isn't

What makes this course different:

There's a lot of hype around kinesiology taping. This course cuts through it. You'll get an honest, grounded explanation of what the evidence actually says, no miracle claims, no exaggerated promises. Just practical technique and clear rationale from someone who uses this in clinic every day.

What's covered:

  • The science behind kinesiology tape: mechanisms, rationale, and realistic expectations

  • Skin preparation and safe application principles

  • Step-by-step self-application demonstrations for the knee, elbow, lower back, ankle, calf, and foot

  • Common mistakes and how to avoid them

  • Contraindications: when not to tape

  • A downloadable PDF manual for ongoing reference

This course is for you if:

  • You're an active person managing a recurring injury or niggle

  • You play recreational or semi-competitive sport and want to stay on the field

  • You're tired of paying for appointments just to get taped

  • You're a fitness professional or health student wanting a practical, evidence-based overview

A note on expectations: Kinesiology taping is a supportive tool, not a cure. This course will help you use it sensibly, safely, and effectively as part of managing your pain or activity. It is educational in nature and does not replace individual medical assessment or advice.

Who this course is for:

  • Physiotherapists
  • Chiropractors
  • Osteopaths
  • Manual therapists
  • Athletes
  • General public
  • Anyone wanting to learn how to tape
  • massage therapists