Kinesio Taping — Pregnancy & Postpartum

G-CENTRUM Olomouc offers specialist kinesio taping for pregnant and postpartum women, applied by trained midwife practitioners using professional-grade Rock Tape and Tejpovací škola tape. The elastic therapeutic tape is applied to specific muscle groups and connective tissue to offload painful structures, support the growing bump, reduce oedema, and address common musculoskeletal complaints arising during and after pregnancy. A single application lasts 7–10 days — worn continuously through showering and daily activities — making it a highly practical, low-maintenance intervention for pregnancy-related discomfort.

Kinesio taping in pregnancy uses a specially formulated elastic adhesive tape — typically 100–140% elasticity — that mimics the mechanical properties of human skin and fascia. When applied with specific tension and direction, it creates a subtle lifting effect on the skin, reducing pressure on pain receptors in the underlying tissue and improving lymphatic drainage. At G-CENTRUM Olomouc, taping is performed by midwives Mgr. Tereza Jelenová and Lucie Smékalová DiS., who specialise in musculoskeletal presentations during pregnancy. The clinic uses Rock Tape and Tejpovací škola brands — professional-grade materials designed for extended wear and suitable for sensitive skin. Common applications include: - **Abdominal support / baby bump:** Horizontal and diagonal strips along the growing abdomen reduce the mechanical load on the lower back and pubic symphysis, offering relief from Braxton-Hicks pain and abdominal heaviness - **Lower back and sacroiliac joint pain:** One of the most frequent pregnancy complaints; taping provides proprioceptive support without restricting movement - **Neck and shoulder tension:** Common from postural changes in the second and third trimesters - **Diastasis recti:** Postpartum taping to support the separating midline and encourage reapproximation of the rectus abdominis muscles during early healing - **Limb oedema:** Fan-pattern tape over the lymphatic pathways of the legs or arms to reduce fluid accumulation - **Hip pain / sciatica:** Tape applied over the piriformis and gluteal region to reduce nerve root compression and improve pelvic alignment - **Plantar fasciitis and bunions:** Foot and ankle taping for women whose weight and gait change during pregnancy Tape application takes approximately 20–30 minutes. The tape stays in place for 7–10 days and can be worn during bathing, swimming, and sport. A follow-up reapplication appointment is booked according to the patient's ongoing need. Note: Ultrasound appointments at G-CENTRUM should be scheduled at least one week after abdominal taping to avoid gel adherence issues.