I have been following this very lively discussion regarding kinesiotaping. We have had similar discussions amongst my colleagues. While I remain skeptical and have stopped used kinesiotaping due to lack of evidence, others have not.
I am an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association, our professional organization. I recognize that our profession and educational level is moving toward and has indeed arrived at a Doctorate of Physical Therapy. We are striving to become the practitioner of choice when patients require health care interventions for movement related dysfunctions. I believe this level of responsibility requires evidence that our interventions make a difference. What do PTs and PT students think? I question anecdotal statements, or even the fact that Lance Armstrong uses kinesiotape (I am a
big fan).
I attended a continuing education Course on Coding and Reimbursement yesterday. Which brings up the question - How do you charge for kinesiotape? Without published evidence in reputable journals, are we expecting third party payors to reimburse this service?
Thanks for your input.
Lori Sabado, PT
Seattle, Washington
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