Degree of satisfaction and safety of taping in the immediate postoperative period of breast reconstruction

Introduction: Taping is a widely used physiotherapy resource in clinical practice; however, it is a technique that warrants further study to confirm its safety in postoperative care. Objective: To evaluate the degree of satisfaction and safety in the application of taping in the immediate postoperative period of breast reconstruction. Methods: A quantitative study was conducted with 47 patients who answered a questionnaire about satisfaction and safety of the technique, where they underwent taping in the immediate postoperative period of breast reconstruction between June 2023 and June 2024. Results: Regarding patient comfort with taping and perceived safety of their scars, 98% of patients gave positive responses (n=46) and 68% rated their level of satisfaction as excellent during the use of the elastic bandage (n=32). All participants felt that taping offered more safety and aided in recovery. Regarding skin alterations, 6.4% (n=3) reported allergies. Conclusion: The use of taping propensity was observed in the immediate postoperative period of breast reconstruction demonstrated a positive, satisfactory, and safe outcome.