KINESIOTAPING IN PREVENTION OF SPORTS INJURIES AND REHABILITATION OF ATHLETES

The method of kinesio taping is widely used in sports. Multi-colored ribbons stand out clearly on the bodies of athletes. Kinesiological tapes - is this a real help or a tribute to fashion? Objective. Analysis of evidence-based studies containing sound data on the use of kinesiotaping. Materials and methods. The article is based on a scientometric analysis of more than 200 studies conducted from 2000 to 2019, which were devoted to the use of kinesiology tapes. Results. Recently, there has been a noticeable increase in the number of studies devoted to kinesiotherapy. The method is widely used in neurological and traumatological practice. Conclusion. The use of kinesiology tape reduces pain, makes the work of muscles and joints the most optimal, increases muscle endurance, mobility in the joints, there is a marked decrease in edema and a decrease in hematoma. The results of the scientific research of the method allow to introduce it more widely into sports practice.