Efeitos terapêuticos da aplicação da Kinesio Taping na reabilitação do doente pós-AVC: Scoping Review

Paula Rocha; Carlos Albuquerque; Susana  Batista; Dádiva Pires; Ana Beatriz  Coelho; Maria Francisca Pereira

doi:10.33194/rper.2025.39807

Authors

Paula Rocha Escola Superior de Saúde de Viseu, Viseu, Portugal https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7766-7239
Carlos Albuquerque Escola Superior de Saúde de Viseu, Viseu, Portugal
Susana Batista Escola Superior de Saúde de Viseu, Viseu, Portugal https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0256-6027
Dádiva Pires Escola Superior de Saúde de Viseu https://orcid.org/0009-0007-9013-2523
Ana Beatriz Coelho Escola Superior de Saúde de Viseu, Viseu, Portugal https://orcid.org/0009-0008-0768-8182
Maria Francisca Pereira Escola Superior de Saúde de Viseu, Viseu, Portugal https://orcid.org/0009-0004-4081-0822

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.33194/rper.2025.39807

Keywords:

Rehabilitation Nursing, Kinesio Taping, Rehabilitation, Stroke

Abstract

Introduction: Stroke is one of the main causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide, often causing a reduction in functional capacity, and rehabilitation is an important therapeutic resource. In this context, Kinesio Taping (KT), by promoting stability, relieving pain, and facilitating movement, can be an important tool in supporting the affected area. This study aimed to map the scientific evidence on the therapeutic effects of KT in the rehabilitation of post-stroke patients.

Methodology: A scoping review was conducted based on the guidelines defined by the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) and guided by the research question: “What are the therapeutic effects of applying Kinesio Taping in the rehabilitation of post-stroke patients?”. The search was carried out in the B-on, Pubmed and CINAHL databases. All articles published in Portuguese, English and Russian between 2018 and 2024 that included the application of Kinesio Taping in the rehabilitation of post-stroke patients were considered.

Results: Twenty-three studies were included, which showed the application of KT to post-stroke users, with improved adherence to treatment, quality of life, and reduced hospitalisations. In addition to the direct effects on motor functionality, it provides additional benefits such as pain relief, improved local blood circulation, and reduced edema.

Conclusion: The use of Kinesio Taping in the rehabilitation of post-stroke patients seems to be recommended due to its positive effects and it should be used as an adjunct therapy.

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Author Biography

Paula Rocha, Escola Superior de Saúde de Viseu, Viseu, Portugal

Paula Rocha completed her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing in 1995, at the Nursing School of Guarda. In 2001, she concluded her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing at Escola Superior de Enfermagem de Viseu. In 2007, she concluded the Postgraduate Specialization in Rehabilitation Nursing at the Nursing School of Viseu. In 2011 she completed a Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Nursing in the Viseu Nursing School. In 2012, she completed a Master's Degree in Health Care Unit Management at the University of Beira Interior. In 2013, she completed a Postgraduate Course in Non-Invasive Ventilation at Escola Superior de Enfermagem Dr. Lopes Dias. In 2018 concluded the Postgraduate Course in Occupational Nursing at the School of Health of Viseu. In 2022 she completed the Brief Course of Educational and Clinical Supervision in Nursing at the School of Health of Viseu. Since 2020 she attends the PhD Course in Nursing at the University of Lisbon/School of Nursing of Lisbon. She is a student of the Three-year programme of the EANS Summer School for Doctoral Studies. She was a nurse at the Hospital de Santo António dos Capuchos in Lisbon from 1995 to 1997. Since this date she works at the Hospital Sousa Martins of the ULS of Guarda, working as a Rehabilitation Nurse Specialist in the Pneumology Service and currently in the Orthopedics Service since 2009. She was a guest lecturer at the School of Health of the Polytechnic Institute of Guarda and at the School of Health of the Polytechnic Institute of Viseu. She is a member of the Research and Development Commission of the Centro Académico Clínico das Beiras (CACB). She is an integrated researcher at the Center for Research, Innovation and Development in Nursing of Lisbon (CIDNUR). She is co-responsible for the implementation of Nursing Information Systems in the Local Health Unit of Guarda. She is Co-Responsible for the development and implementation of Pioneer Projects (Rehabilitate+; Habilitate; Global Care; TOMBO Program - Multidisciplinary Occupational Therapy of Benefit in Osteoporosis). He has 11 published articles in the area of Rehabilitation. He made 49 oral communications in scientific events and presented 49 posters in scientific events. He was part of the organizing committee of 5 events. She has received 16 awards/honorable mentions, among which the Award of Excellence (1500 euros) from the Order of Nurses in 2012 stands out. It also had a formal recognition from APDH, in 2018, with the attribution of the Certificate of Good Practices. She is a member of the Expert Stock Exchange of the Ordem dos Enfermeiros (Portuguese Nurses Association). Since April 12, 2023, she has been an Adjunct Professor at Escola Superior de Saúde de Viseu of the Polytechnic Institute of Viseu (ESSV - IPV).

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