Kinesio Taping® for Pickleball Players

Stay on the Court. Move with Confidence.

Whether you're playing a casual game with friends or competing in tournaments, staying active requires your body to move efficiently and comfortably.

Using an Occupational Therapy-based approach and specialized Kinesio Taping techniques, I help pickleball players address common movement challenges that may affect performance on the court. Each taping application is individualized and designed to support movement, improve body awareness, and help you continue participating in the activities you enjoy.

Common Pickleball Conditions That May Benefit From Kinesio Taping

Pickleball Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)

Often called "tennis elbow," this condition involves irritation of the tendons on the outside of the elbow from repetitive gripping and paddle swings.

May Lead To:

Pain while gripping the paddle
Difficulty with backhand shots
Reduced power and control
Tenderness on the outside of the elbow

Kinesio Tape May Help:

Provide support to irritated tissues
Improve body awareness during play
Reduce strain on overworked muscles
Increase confidence with paddle movement

Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)

Although commonly associated with golf, many pickleball players develop irritation on the inside of the elbow from repetitive wrist flexion and gripping.

May Lead To:

Pain on the inside of the elbow
Discomfort during serves and volleys
Weakness when gripping the paddle
Tenderness with daily activities

Kinesio Tape May Help:

Support irritated tendon structures
Promote more comfortable movement
Reduce stress during repetitive play
Provide sensory feedback to improve mechanics

Rotator Cuff & Shoulder Pain

Repeated overhead shots, serves, and powerful returns can place stress on the shoulder complex.

May Lead To:

Pain reaching overhead
Weakness during serves
Decreased power
Shoulder fatigue during long matches

Kinesio Tape May Help:

Support shoulder movement
Improve posture and body awareness
Assist with muscular activation
Increase confidence during overhead motions

Lower Back Pain

Pickleball requires frequent bending, reaching, rotating, and quick directional changes that can place stress on the lower back.

May Lead To:

Stiffness during play
Pain with twisting movements
Difficulty bending for low shots
Reduced endurance on the court

Kinesio Tape May Help:

Provide support during movement
Improve awareness of posture and positioning
Encourage more efficient movement patterns
Reduce feelings of fatigue

Knee Pain

Repeated squatting, lunging, and quick lateral movements can create stress on the knees.

May Lead To:

Pain during court movement
Difficulty changing direction
Discomfort climbing stairs
Reduced confidence when playing

Kinesio Tape May Help:

Support muscles surrounding the knee
Improve body awareness
Assist with movement confidence
Provide support without restricting motion

Achilles Tendon & Calf Strain

Explosive starts, quick pivots, and sudden stops place significant demands on the calf muscles and Achilles tendon.

May Lead To:

Tightness in the calf
Heel pain
Difficulty pushing off quickly
Reduced speed and agility

Kinesio Tape May Help:

Support involved muscle groups
Improve movement awareness
Reduce perceived strain during activity
Enhance confidence with court movement

Plantar Fasciitis & Foot Pain

Long matches and repetitive court movement can contribute to irritation of the foot and heel.

May Lead To:

Heel pain
Foot fatigue
Difficulty with quick movement
Pain after playing

Kinesio Tape May Help:

Support the arch and foot structures
Improve foot mechanics
Increase comfort during activity
Promote movement confidence

Hip & Gluteal Strain

Lateral shuffling, rotational movements, and rapid acceleration can place stress on the hips and gluteal muscles.

May Lead To:

Hip pain during movement
Reduced power
Difficulty changing direction
Muscle tightness and fatigue

Kinesio Tape May Help:

Support muscle activation
Improve movement awareness
Enhance stability during play
Promote more efficient movement patterns

Core & Rotational Strain

Many pickleball injuries occur because of repetitive rotational movements through the trunk and core.

May Lead To:

Side or abdominal discomfort
Reduced swing power
Difficulty rotating during shots
Increased fatigue

Kinesio Tape May Help:

Support rotational movement patterns
Improve body awareness
Encourage efficient movement mechanics
Increase confidence during play

Why the Kinesio Taping® Method?

Not all therapeutic tape is created equal.

Leigh Tracy utilizes the Kinesio Taping® Method and authentic Kinesio® Tape — the original elastic therapeutic tape developed by Dr. Kenzo Kase, founder of the global elastic therapeutic taping industry and creator of both the Kinesio Taping Method® and Kinesio® Tape.

First introduced in the 1970s, Kinesio® Tape was the very first elastic therapeutic tape to enter the global rehabilitation and sports medicine market and continues to be widely recognized throughout healthcare, rehabilitation, and athletics worldwide.

Kinesio® Tape is:
• Latex-free
• Waterproof
• Medical-grade
• Flexible and lightweight
• Designed to move naturally with the body

Unlike rigid athletic tape that restricts movement, Kinesio® Tape is specifically designed to support muscles and joints while still allowing natural mobility and functional movement. The tape gently moves with the skin and body during activity, helping promote support, proprioception, circulation, body awareness, and movement confidence without significantly limiting motion.

For golfers and active adults, this can be especially beneficial because maintaining fluid movement, trunk rotation, balance, coordination, and swing mechanics is essential for both comfort and performance.

Kinesio Taping® may be incorporated alongside:
• Golf instruction and swing coaching
• Strength and conditioning programs
• Stretching and mobility programs
• Physical and Occupational Therapy
• Post-surgical recovery
• Injury prevention strategies
• Functional movement training
• Wellness and recovery programs

The goal is not simply to “tape pain,” but to support the body’s natural movement patterns while helping individuals continue participating in the activities they love with greater comfort, confidence, and mobility.

Experience Matters

Leigh Tracy is a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant with 32 years of healthcare experience and extensive training in Kinesio Taping techniques. Her background includes critical care ICU, rehabilitation, outpatient therapy, home care, movement analysis, and working with athletes and active adults seeking to remain mobile, independent, and engaged in the activities they love.

Leigh is trained in the Kinesio Taping Method as both a practitioner and former instructor. Throughout her career, she has trained with master instructors from around the world and has worked alongside professionals from a wide variety of athletic and rehabilitation settings.

Her advanced training and experience include exposure to:
• PGA golf professionals
• Physical therapists associated with Cirque du Soleil
• The head athletic trainer of the Seattle Mariners
• Olympic-level runners and athletes
• Former NFL and MLB athletes
• Veterans with a wide variety of orthopedic, neurological, and mobility-related injuries spanning generations of military service, including World War I, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Desert Storm.

This extensive background allows Leigh to combine clinical movement analysis, functional mobility expertise, and Kinesio Taping techniques to help golfers and active adults move more comfortably, confidently, and efficiently.

Kinesio Taping sessions are individualized and designed around each golfer’s:
• Pain patterns
• Mobility limitations
• Swing mechanics concerns
• Activity goals
• Endurance needs
• Functional movement patterns

Contact & Scheduling

Tracy Care Services, LLC

Leigh Tracy, OTA/L
Occupational Therapy–Based Support & Kinesio Taping Services

Serving Menomonee Falls and surrounding Wisconsin communities

Phone: 262-366-8400
Email: Leigh@TracyCareServices.com
Website: TracyCareServices.com

Services Available For:

• Pickleball related pain and mobility concerns
• Kinesio Taping for pickleball players and active adults
• Shoulder, elbow, back, knee, and mobility support
• Functional movement support and activity modification
• General wellness and movement confidence

Personalized & Individualized Care

Every pickleball players body, movement patterns, goals, and physical limitations are different. Sessions are individualized based on your unique needs, symptoms, activity level, and goals for returning to comfortable play.

Fully Insured

Professional services provided by a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant with 32 years of healthcare experience.

Scheduling

Appointments available by request.
Please call, email, or visit the website for more information or to discuss your individual needs.