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Menstrual Pain Taping

Learn how to relieve menstrual pain with kinesiology tape

Follow our step-by-step kinesiology taping guide — at home.

CureTape — How to tape for menstrual pain

Would you like to learn how to tape effectively to ease menstrual pain? In this article, we’ll explain step by step how you can do it yourself.

Many women experience a range of symptoms before or during their period, such as abdominal cramps, headaches, backache, circulation issues or general fatigue. To shed the uterine lining, the muscles of the womb contract, which restricts blood flow in the tissue and reduces oxygen supply, causing pain. The taping method described here has already helped many women find relief. Ideally, the tape should be applied before the first cramps appear, but it can also be applied later to the abdomen and lower back.

Jump to: Preparation  ·  Measuring & cutting  ·  Application

Benefits

This taping method may help with:

Relieve pain

Reduce tension and discomfort in the affected area

Support the tissue

Gentle stabilisation during movement and recovery

Improve movement

More comfortable daily activities during recovery

Support recovery

Allow overloaded tissue to recover while staying active

Conditions

It can be applied for:

Overuse complaints

Pain from repetitive strain or prolonged activity

Acute injury support

Additional stability after sudden strain or sprain

Sports-related pain

Support during training and return to sport

Daily discomfort

Relief during walking, standing, or daily tasks

Video Guide

Self-taping for menstrual complaints

Tips to ensure a menstrual taping treatment is carried out effectively:

Is the cause of the complaint or pain clear?

Read the instructions carefully before you start taping.

Choose the tape colour you prefer.

Do not apply any stretch at the beginning or end of the tape.

Rub the tape well to ensure it sticks properly.

Check whether there are any reasons why taping should be avoided.

On average, the tape stays in place for 3–7 days.

You can shower while wearing the tape.

Removing the tape is easier if you use a little oil.

Preparation

Preparation before taping for menstrual pain

Shape
3 customised I-strips
Number of strips
3
Technique
muscle technique (light tension) + ligament technique (maximum stretch)

Measuring

Measuring and cutting the tape

 

Step1

Measure & Cut

  1. Stand in front of a mirror to make it easier to apply the tape. Measure the length of the first strip from one pelvic bone to the other.
  2. For the second strip, measure from the navel down to the top of the pubic bone.
  3. Cut a third strip approximately 15 cm long.

Application

Applying the tape for menstrual pain

Step2

Step 2

  1. Take the first strip, tear the backing paper in the middle and fold it away to both sides.
  2. Apply the centre with minimal tension and place the tape horizontally between the two pelvic bones, leaving the ends without stretch.
  3. Rub the tape firmly to ensure adhesion.

Step3

Step 3

  1. Prepare the second strip in the same way and place the centre section with minimal tension vertically along the line between the navel and the top of the pubic bone.

Step4

Step 4

  1. Rub the tape firmly to ensure adhesion.

Step5

Step 5

  1. Now it is time to apply the third strip to the back. First, find the correct spot (you may want to mark it). Place your hands on the pelvis with your fingertips pointing forward and your thumbs pointing backwards. The tips of your thumbs now indicate the area where the tape should be placed.
  2. Sit with your back facing a mirror, lean slightly forward and tear the backing paper in the middle.

Step6

Step 6

  1. Apply the centre of the tape under tension and secure it. Place the two anchors without stretch and rub the tape down firmly to secure it.

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Advice from Christina on taping for menstrual pain

When taping for menstrual pain, it’s crucial to choose a tape that provides strong adhesion and support. That’s why I recommend CureTape kinesiology tape. For regular use, CureTape Classic or Art is ideal. I have selected practical, easy-to-follow self-taping applications alongside a few valuable tips from clinical experience. For an optimal recovery, remember to combine this taping with specific gentle stretching or heat therapy, and always consult a physiotherapist or GP if your symptoms persist.

For the self-taping instructions, I have chosen techniques that can be applied easily on your own. To ensure the treatment is safe, I provide practical tips to keep in mind before, during and after taping. These are based on my many years of professional experience. If the symptoms persist, always consult a physiotherapist or your GP.

Christina Peter

Christina Peter
Physiotherapist & Taping Instructor

Christina Peter

Disclaimer: Please note: the suggested tape applications and the information on our website regarding the possibilities of the Medical Taping Concept are not yet scientifically proven. The stated claims are based primarily on extensive experience from therapists and users of CureTape® products. No rights can be derived from the content on this website.

Contraindications for not using tape: pregnancy, open wounds, bone fractures, unexplained complaints, allergies and skin conditions, medication use such as blood thinners, thrombosis, and fever. Always consult a medical professional if in doubt.