Abstract

Kinesiotaping is based on the philosophy aiming at giving free range of motion in order to allow the body’s muscular sys-tem to heal itself bio-mechanically. This attitude makes it extremely effective for pediatric patients with neurological impairment [1]. Based on this concept, Kinesio Taping fastens motor learning process, avoids using compensatory patterns and confirms child’s normal movement patterns daily using, facilitated by a physiotherapist or parents. Kinesio Taping increases interstitial space and, due to this pressure and irritation, caused by muscle and ligament tightness, the neural and sensory receptors are taken off. This effect significantly decreases uncomfortness of gait in toddler children, and improves their stability, resulting in better balanced reciprocal stance phase of gait. For upper extremity dysfunctions, caused either by central nervous damage or peripheral injuries, improvement is also possible using proximal Kinesio Taping location as it guarantees better stability of the trunk and facilitates, via better balance, also more selective hand functions. Kinesio Taping applied to pediatric patients with neurological impairment should be based on regular and adequate physical therapy assessment procedures and tools, as the changes may occur in motor learning process level and movement patterns in children due to using kinesiotaping rapidly and in order to guarantee permanent progress. There is a constant need to reevaluate and reassess kinesiotaping location and amount.

Key words:

Kinesio Taping, physiotherapy