Kinesio Taping originated in Japan and is seen on many professional sports people these days, from runners, tennis players, footballers, rugby players, golfers, etc.
In cases of injury the improved circulation assists a speedy recovery, and by lifting the skin away from pain receptors, the level of discomfort is also reduced. By allowing better movement of lymph fluid, the Kinesio Tape is also very useful when needing to reduce swelling to an area as the fluid is able to drain away faster, again aiding faster recovery and better mobility. 
Kinesio Tape can be used anywhere on the body to treat a variety of symptoms including; muscular facilitation or inhibition in pediatric patients, carpal tunnel syndrome, RSI, hand / wrist pain, lower back strain/pain, sciatic pain, MCL / ACL pain, knee conditions, hamstring tears, groin injury, rotator cuff and shoulder damage, whiplash, tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis, shin splints, patella tracking, ITB pain, runners knee, Multiple Sclerosis symptoms, pre and post surgical swelling, ankle and foot sprains, preventative and supportive taping.