APPLICATION OF KINESIO TAPE TECHNIQUE IN TREATMENT OF MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS

Introduction: Musculoskeletal system disorders (MSD) are disorders affecting the structures of the musculoskeletal system; muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, peripheral nerves and supporting blood vessels in the body. MCPs represent a significant proportion of diseases worldwide and have significant economic consequences. Methods: The study was created based on collected data from the scientific literature in order to compare the effect of kinesio taping techniques. Databases of scientific internet portals were used for the purpose of comparing the results of different studies that are similar to this topic. Results: Article present the review and analysis of scientific papers published in different countries: United States, Slovenia, Pakistan, Turkey, Spain, Iran, China, Lithuania, Egypt, Indonesia and Brazil published in the period from 2008 to 2021, and a comparison that was made with the aim of comparing the results of kinesiotaping techniques in musculoskeletal disorders. Conclusion: By the application of kinesiotaping techniques significant results are achieved in reducing pain, improving the functionality of patients with musculoskeletal disorders, reduction of recovery period and rehabilitation and faster return of patients to their daily activities.