Systematic review of randomized trials of kinesio taping for upper-limb volume reduction in breast cancer-related lymphedema.
Kinesiology Taping
Kinesiology Taping is a rehabilitation taping and movement-support technique used for pain, swelling, posture, muscle activation, joint support, or lymphedema-adjacent rehabilitation goals. In cancer care, it should be evaluated by evidence level, intended use, safety, interactions, and whether it is being used as conventional treatment, supportive care, an experimental adjunct, or an alternative claim.
Randomized crossover trial comparing complex physical therapy plus intermittent pneumatic compression versus Kinesio taping for breast cancer-related upper-limb lymphedema.
Randomized sham-controlled trial of Kinesio taping for lymphedema following head and neck cancer therapy.
Randomized trial comparing complete decongestive therapy and kinesiology taping with exercise/skin care in unilateral stage 2 breast cancer-related lymphedema.
Meta-analysis of clinical trials in breast cancer-related lymphedema; reported improvement before/after treatment but no clear superiority over controls or other treatments.
Meta-analysis evaluating effectiveness and safety of kinesiology taping for cancer-related lymphedema.