How To KT Tape A Knee │ Easy Guide To Kinesio Taping Knees

In this tutorial, Dr. Nevel demonstrates how to KT Tape knees for full support. KT Tape, Rock Tape, and Kinesio Tape all can be used to tape knees for full support: amzn.to/2YrNC2V
Step By Step Taping Instructions:
1. Make sure the skin is clean.
2. Cut four 14-inch (35 cm) strips and two 10-inch (25 cm) strips.
3. Round the corners of the tape to better durability.
4. Have the patient flex the knee 45 degrees.
5. Apply two 14-inch (35 cm) strips at approximately 40% tension around the knee cap to the quadricep (thigh) muscles with 0% tension on the ends.
6. Apply the 10-inch (25 cm) strips to the medial and lateral knee with approximately 40% tension with 0% tension on the ends.
7. Apply two 14-inch (35 cm) strips at approximately 40% tension to the hamstring muscles with 0% tension on the ends.
8. Rub the tape to activate the adhesive.
Products used in this video:
**Kinesio Tape
Rock Tape - Standard size
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Rock Tape - Bulk size
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**Scissors
Kinesio Tape Pro Scissors
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[@alexstone549]

I LOVE KTAPE! I fell a while ago and could never walk without an issue. I saw this video and tried the ktape myself. So grateful for this channel! Thanks Ginja Ninja!

[@DrBrandonNevel]

I'm glad you found this video and our channel helpful! Keep an eye out for more videos soon!

[@staceykershaw381]

Thank you...love this video! I've been using KT tape for a few of months now and it has done wonders for the problems in my knee. I start PT in a couple weeks and this is definitely getting me through until then.

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Stacey, I'm glad to hear the KT tape is helping your knee problems until you can get into physical therapy! Good luck with PT!!!!

[@sanemadness3850]

I've used this tape before and was super happy to find this video on it! I think i might get some again so i can play sports without as much knee pain =D

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Happy to hear you’ve had good results with the tape! Thanks for watching!

[@danbrown8731]

Just started using it for lower knee tendon and ligament paints pull up the patella and engage the quads more. It's soooo mu much better than just strapping and the increased movement seems to be helping recovery too! Total game changer. Starting to think I may be able to play soccer again after all.

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Glad you’re seeing improvement with your knee! It’s great for patellar tendinitis, patellar tracking, and engaging the quads and hamstrings. Hope you keep improving and can get back to soccer ⚽️

[@Darklyn80]

thx for this video, very helpfull. Gonna do it myself today and was searching for the right way.

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Happy to help. LMK if it helps or if you have any questions.

[@user-fw6up6dd9j]

I have used KT for my right knee (ACL) that was a couple years ago. Now I needed a refresher on taping, this time it’s my left MCL Thank you so much.

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Glad this video helped!

[@iamteamyou]

I’ve been using this tape for years. I swear by it💯 1st time trying your channel I’ll let you know how this taping job works.

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Any update? Hope you’re feeling better. 🙏🏻

[@crestann]

You made it look so easy!!! Thanks

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Well, I’ve been using kinesio tape for almost 20 years so I’ve taped quite a few knees. 😂

[@h.f.59]

Super, ich bin auch blond, habe die Farbe besorgt. Versuche es jetzt 🍀👏

[@MaryGerdt]

Great video👍🏼

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Thank you Mary!

[@putnam35]

Pt used ktape on my knee and it did help. My knee felt more secure.

[@DrBrandonNevel]

I'm glad the ktape helped your knee!

[@kitkatpft2028]

Thank you!

[@DrBrandonNevel]

You’re welcome!

[@lesliepage3886]

My issues are with calf, adductor, and hamstring strains that are inhibiting knee flexion. Going to try this out.

[@fayeparker7063]

I'm healing from knee replacement and have been using it to help with my lymphedema and swelling. Seems to be working, can't hurt!

[@DrBrandonNevel]

I’m glad it’s working. Good luck with your recovery!!!

[@chloesmombetsey]

Looking forward to trying this method, once my knee heels from my last application, where I blistered and sheared skin off from it being too tight. But, BOY did the support feel good. I need to find a healthy balance.

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Yikes, if the tape lifts and rubs...it can create blisters. Hopefully you find a "healthy balance."

[@coleenspindler8223]

I am s/p one year Congenital permanent dislocation of the patella surgery and standing for too long really hurts I’m hoping to learn how to tape it to reduce the pain

[@kimmiedaugherty9375]

No I have not used tape before. I have arthritis in knee I would like to try the taping on my knee.

[@gonzaloezequiel4300]

I plan on using this kind of tape because every time i play soccer soon or late i feel like my knee is going backwards and it hurts a lot, how should i tape my knee in that case?

[@harithgunasekara5024]

Thanks good meothode.Harith, Germany

[@DrBrandonNevel]

I’m glad you found it helpful. 👍🏻

[@palomahealing5073]

I'm gonna start using this tape method. Is there a way to tape to fix bowed legs with time? Thanx❤

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Bowed legs can be normal in kids and go away without treatment. In some cases it can be caused by different things such as Blount disease or rickets. Kinesio tape can be used to help retrain muscles and help the biomechanics in people with bowed legs. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29861259/

[@johnnyguzman2519]

Can I do this for the tendon behind my knee ? Is sore from a exercise I did

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Yes, you can use this for hamstring tendon injuries behind the knee. Check out the video at 4:00 minutes.

[@user-qw9kk6og7e]

I’ve been using kinesiology tape for five years and find it a better solution to the old athletic tape which needs pre wrap and has to come off everyday whilst restricting movement which the kinesiology tape doesn’t.

[@DrBrandonNevel]

I completely agree. Kinesio tape and athletic tape have different uses and applications. Many injuries don't need the immobilization that athletic tape provides.

[@stevenpeeters1309]

Rather a question. I've used KTape for several years. Now I have still innerside kneepain after a total kneeprothese operation 1,5yr ago. Any suggestion on how to tape for this? Thanks for your nice video's

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Thanks for the question. It really depends on what is going on specifically with your knee. I would recommend seeing a doctor to figure out why you're still having medial knee pain. Some people that have medial knee pain add an extra piece of the tape on the inner knee similar to the taping technique I demonstrated in the video at 3:30. I would also recommend seeing a chiropractor/physical therapist/knee doctor to evaluate the need for a foot orthotic (shoe insert) to make sure your arch isn't collapsing creating stress to the inner knee. This is a very common cause of knee pain. Good luck!

[@stevenpeeters1309]

@@DrBrandonNevelthanks for your answer, I'm already have insoles to correct the foot inclination. Have had +/80 fysio sessions, have consulted 3 high classed sports osteopaths, and about 10 post-op consultations with the surgeon.Rx's have been taken. Everything should in order!?🙄🤔🥺 Might muscle activating/ tonificating taping helping? Or would this making the problem worse?

[@MelkarAslan]

yes and use kt tape for my runner's Knee

[@DrBrandonNevel]

👍🏻 it works great for runner’s knee! 🙌🏻

[@angelenjeruapas6078]

Hello there, This kind of taping is okay for my knee pain, not injury, but when I do jump smash and land with my left foot, my left knee aches. And what color of kinesiology for this. please answer

[@DrBrandonNevel]

The different colors of kinesio tape do not have different strengths. The colors are purely for style. Rock Tape offers extra sticky tape but it's overall the same as regular Rock Tape. Good luck!

[@spoilledrottenbrat]

How to tape a knee for two horizontal meniscal tears, one on both meniscus and multifocal chondromalacia?

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Taping for chondromalacia patella requires knowledge of which direction the patella is tracking. But you tape the knee cap similar to how we tape in this video but pull it in the opposite direction its tracking. So if you have a lateral tracking knee cap, you bring the tape more medial so the patella tracks more that direction. Otherwise, you can try the taping technique in this video and it should help stabilize your knee somewhat. Some meniscal tears require surgery and more advanced rehab.

[@kimclarkson9083]

I started using tape over 1.5 years out of TKR. I can't get anyone to recommend another surgery and the pain is still etreme. It helps me get off the TENS unit when I start tearing my hair out with pain and the wires.

[@DrBrandonNevel]

I'm sorry you're still in extreme pain but glad the tape helps a little.

[@syllylou77]

I'm trying to find out how to help hubby who has a torn cartlidge. Also how often does this have to be changed?

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Depends on your activity level but most taping applications last 2-3 days.

[@jessicaboyer8163]

How can I use kt tape for a tibial plateau fracture?

[@DrBrandonNevel]

I assume you've seen an orthopedist for an evaluation. Afterwards, you can use the tape in thin strips in a cross spider web-like pattern if you have swelling and edema. The more important thing is to stabilize the bone so the fracture can heal. I also use high-dose laser to speed the healing process of the bone. If you want to know more about laser, I have a video explaining it. Good luck!!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIrWaIGKpqt9kM0

[@carrielewis118]

I have patellar femoral syndrome ( ithink thats what its called) ( my pain is the top towards the inside of my knee) how would I tape that?

[@DrBrandonNevel]

I use this taping technique for patellofemoral pain syndrome in conjunction with other therapies including the Graston Technique (IASTM). The first 2 strips of kinesio tape demonstrated at 2:20 help support the patella. If a patient has issues with patellar tracking, I sometimes "pull" the patella towards midline when I bring those strips up the quadricep muscles.

[@varma53]

How long does a tape kept? Frequency of changing?

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Tape usually lasts around 3 days if you clean the skin beforehand. You can apply new tape afterwards if there isn’t any skin irritation.

[@Littlebearme68]

How about tape for after having knee replacement?

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Tape can help but depends on how long its been since the replacement. I would consult your chiropractor or physiotherapist.

[@selmapaetzold]

my lower knee is sore will this help me

[@DrBrandonNevel]

That depends on what is causing the soreness. I would recommend seeing a sports doctor and determine what is creating the soreness to see if a therapy like kinesio taping will help.

[@getenlightened5871]

I’m a football player that worries so much about my performances , I got my ligament injured I was asked by the doctor to wait for 100days, I just can’t,to me football is not just a sport it’s life. I started using knee pads but I realized they do compress my knees which results to more pains and I can’t even control well the ball. My knees also get knackered easily. I read about knee taping and I think it’s the right choice. My questions are after knee taping, can I play football? will taping enhance my knee strength and easiness? Thanks 🙏

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Which ligament did you injure? How severe? There are many ways to tape knees and I think kinesio taping your knees might help with your recovery and performance going forward. You can play with the tape on and and it can help muscle and knee function.

[@getenlightened5871]

@@DrBrandonNevel lateral collateral ligament. Thanks 🙏

[@harithgunasekara5024]

I am a Ayurvedic Therapeut I am using allways KT s.

[@gaylematheson8731]

How can this be used for bursitis in the knees, There is swelling above the knee cap.

[@DrBrandonNevel]

What type of bursitis do you have? Pre-patellar, infra-patellar, etc?

[@julielane4835]

I have suprapatellar bursitis in my right knee. The upper, outer area just above my patella is where it hurts. I can't find any taping videos for this type of issue. Please help!!

[@skye_daemon]

I can't believe my ACTUAL DOCTOR sent me a link to a guy who opened with: "Hey guys, waz kracken, it's Dr. Nevel aka dr. ginga ninga aka the firecracker chiropractor!!!" 0:17

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Kudos to your doctor!

[@californiahandball]

I use OK Tape, it sticks better and hold while doing sports. Just my opinion

[@DrBrandonNevel]

I’m not familiar with OK tape but will check it out.

[@californiahandball]

@@DrBrandonNevelI bought it on Amazon

[@zinkadu]

It would be a help to put measurements in both inches and centimeters

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Great idea! I just added the centimeter lengths in the description of this knee taping video and will add the lengths in cm to the other kinesio taping videos as well. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@GrinderMagee]

I’d say even with a cm measurement, it’s trial and error cuz every person is unique. I always have to use longer tape lengths cuz I’m a taller person with knobby knees 😅

[@DrBrandonNevel]

@@GrinderMagee Agreed. Everyone’s anatomy and estimated stretch of the tape is different.

[@GrinderMagee]

@@DrBrandonNevel I avoided this product for too long due to inconclusive studies on its effectiveness, but I am a convert and would MUCH rather use these techniques in conjunction with compression gear than other therapies. Thank you for being a resource for us normies on KZbin!!

[@DrBrandonNevel]

@@GrinderMagee TY. I was a skeptic myself until I started using the tape for myself during chiropractic college.

[@deexis]

❤

[@DrBrandonNevel]

TY!

[@spsrkles]

What about for someone who twisted their body over their right leg in a fall

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Twisting knee injuries often damage the meniscus. This taping technique can help but I'd recommend seeing a physician to make sure you don't have a meniscus tear.

[@saraissweetest]

What about for a repetitive kneeling on hard surface. I thought it was a sprain or strain. I used knee support in the instructions which are different than this. It seemed to help & took the swelling down. Took the tape off but I still have swelling. I had been using it for 3-4 days. How long do you think I will have to use for. Should I try different methods & see if they help

[@saraissweetest]

Injury occurred about a week and a half ago

[@fiddeliee]

My knee keeps dislocating can I tape like this to have more stability? 😊

[@DrBrandonNevel]

This taping technique can help temporarily but many recurring patellar dislocations require surgery. I would recommend speaking with an orthopedic surgeon. Good luck!

[@fiddeliee]

@@DrBrandonNevel I was going to have surgery in november last year, but it got cancelled cause of covid, so I'm waiting for a new date. So I was going to use this until the day of surgery 😊

[@DrBrandonNevel]

@@fiddeliee is your patella dislocating laterally (Towards the outside of your knee)?

[@fiddeliee]

@@DrBrandonNevel yeah it's me left knee and it always dislocats to the left outside.

[@DrBrandonNevel]

@@fiddeliee When I have taped chronic lateral dislocations in the past, I pull the 2 strips around the patella slightly towards the medial quad muscles to help it track more towards the inside.

[@cory1725]

So I have a bit of everything going on .... Long story short.... sceptic knee on right side needed serious surgery took out 1/2 meniscus, took out my synovial membrane (because it was infected), did a full acl and pcl debridement and reconstruction ..... need to tape it for recovery HELP? Lol

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Wow, how long ago was surgery? Do you have much swelling?

[@cory1725]

Yea lots of swelling above the knee had surgery 4 weeks ago now

[@DrBrandonNevel]

@@cory1725 when there’s a lot of swelling, I use the edema taping technique to help “pump” the fluid. It looks like spider web or net if done right. You will also get benefit from the taping technique I used in this video, especially as the swelling reduces. Good luck with recovery!

[@ndenzakodelphin9955]

What is edema taping?any picture?thanks

[@Darlene528]

Can you sleep in the tape. How long does it last? Can you shower in it?

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Yes, you can sleep with it on and it usually lasts 2-3 days. If you shower with it on, pat it dry, don’t rub it too much. Also, make sure it doesn’t start itching or irritate your skin.

[@richardwallace290]

Don't use if hairy legs it's painful to het off after use

[@DrBrandonNevel]

Free waxing with every taping!

[@annwilliams6438]

Lordie but I cannot afford a metre of tape for my knee every day!

[@carrielewis118]

You're supposed to keep it on for 2-4 days at a time.

[@katecook6783]

4:25 ...why isn’t she wearing underwear

[@jreyes8614]

right?!!!

[@coachangelap.wilson824]

The video is about k tape not underwear

[@ariellll4819]

She is though. They’re grey/light blue and just not very visible