Kinesio taping in sports: A scoping review.

Background: Kinesio tape (KT) has been proposed as an easy and cost-efficient method to help athletes. However, researchers have suggested that KT effectiveness varies while remaining a practical, easy, and inexpensive method.

Objectives: The present study is a review of articles that assessed KT effects on pain, performance/function, strength, and injury prevention in athletes or physically active individuals.