Treatment · Coatbridge
Support and kinesiology taping in Coatbridge
Taping is a simple, practical treatment. At Chapman Physiotherapy & Performance, Kieran Chapman works with two main types: rigid support tape, which limits unwanted movement at a joint, and stretchy kinesiology tape, which moves with the skin and is often used to make an area feel supported during activity.
It suits people returning to sport after a sprain, players who want extra support for a match, and anyone whose pain eases when an area feels held. Taping can be part of a physiotherapy session or booked on its own at the Coatbridge clinic. If tape is something you will need regularly, it is worth asking how to apply it yourself.
How it works
Rigid tape and kinesiology tape compared
Rigid tape, often zinc oxide based, is strong and does not stretch. Applied around a joint such as the ankle or thumb, it physically restricts the movements most likely to cause a re-injury, which is why it is so common in contact and court sports. It is normally worn for the duration of an activity and removed afterwards.
Kinesiology tape is thin, elastic and can be worn for several days. Claims that it lifts the skin to boost circulation or drain swelling are not well supported, and research on it overall is limited and mixed, so it should not be relied on as a treatment by itself. That said, many people find it helpful alongside other treatment: it can make an area feel more secure, act as a reminder of a posture or movement, and give confidence while rehabilitation exercises do the real work.
Often used for
- Ankle support when returning to sport after a sprain
- Thumb and finger support for ball and racket sports
- Knee pain that eases when the kneecap feels supported
- Shoulder support during a return to training
- Extra confidence in the early stages of rehab
- Postural reminders for the upper back
Your session
What happens in a session
01
Decide the purpose
Kieran works out what the tape needs to do, whether that is limiting a movement, giving a feeling of support or reminding you of a position.
02
Prepare the skin
The area needs to be clean, dry and free of creams. Trimming hair helps the tape stick and makes removal kinder.
03
Apply and test
Once the tape is on, you move through the activity it is meant to support to check it feels right.
04
Wear and removal
You get advice on how long to keep it on, how to peel it off gently and what to do if your skin reacts.
Booking
Prices and booking
Every session is one to one with Kieran. A first visit starts with an assessment; taping is used within your sessions where it suits you.
- First appointment
- £60.00
- 45 minutes
- Follow-up session
- £50.00
- 45 minutes
New patients pay a £30.00 deposit to book, which comes off the first appointment. Returning patients pay at the appointment. No GP referral needed.
Next available
Next free times
Initial appointment · 45 minutes · £60.00
- 21NovSat, 12:45the last time that dayBook →
- 28NovSat, 09:00first of 6 times that dayBook →
- 1DecTue, 18:15first of 2 times that dayBook →
- 2DecWed, 17:30first of 2 times that dayBook →
Questions
About taping
How long can tape stay on?
Rigid tape is generally worn for a training session or match and taken off afterwards. Kinesiology tape is often left on for a few days and can usually get wet, as long as it is patted dry rather than rubbed.
What if your skin reacts?
Some people are sensitive to tape adhesive. If you notice itching, burning or a rash, remove the tape gently and let the skin settle. Mention any past reactions to plasters or tape before your session.
Is taping a substitute for rehab?
No. Tape can support you while an injury settles, but strength and control come from exercise. Leaning on tape long term can mask a problem that a rehabilitation plan would address properly.
Who should avoid taping?
Tape should not go over broken or fragile skin, areas with poor sensation or circulation, or a suspected blood clot. If an injury is very swollen or you cannot put weight through the limb, seek medical advice first, as it may need an X-ray.
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