Kinesio Taping Application Research Articles

The Effect of Kinesio Tape Application on Back Pain, Breastfeeding Success and Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Levels in Mothers: A Protocol of Randomized Controlled Trial

Bu protokol çalışmasının amacı Kinezyo Bant (KB) uygulamasının emziren annelerde sırt ağrısına emzirme başarısına ve emzirme öz yeterliğe etkisini inceleyecek bir çalışma tasarımını sunmaktır. Araştırma tek merkezli, tek kör, paralel grup randomize kontrollü deneysel tasarımda planlanmış olup, araştırma SPIRIT'e uyumlu şekilde yürütülecektir. Çalışmanın örneklemini 0-6 aylık bebeği olan, aktif emzirmeyi sürdüren anneler oluşturacaktır. Çalışmanın örneklem büyüklüğü güç analizine göre belirlenmiş olup (n=60), anneler KB uygulanacak deney grubu (n=30) ve plasebo KB girişimi uygulanacak kontrol grubu (n=30) olmak üzere 2 gruba randomize şekilde atanacaktır. Deney grubundaki annelere gerilim ve açı verilen KB, kontrol grubunda yer alan annelere deney grubuyla aynı tür KB ile açısız ve gerilimsiz düz bantlama iki hafta boyunca haftada 2 kez uygulanacaktır. Bantlama yapılmadan önce, 7. ve 14. günlerde Visual Analog Ağrı Ölçeği, LATCH Emzirme Tanılama ve Değerlendirme Ölçeği ve Emzirme Öz Yeterlilik Ölçeği ile annelerden 3 ölçüm alınacaktır.

Effects of Kinesio Taping and Modified Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy on Upper Extremity Function, Quality of Life, and Spasticity in Individuals Recovering from Stroke

Background: Cerebral palsy is a neurological condition affecting children and adolescents, often resulting in hemiparesis and impaired upper limb functionality. Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) has shown promise in rehabilitation, and Kinesio Taping (KT) is increasingly considered for its potential benefits. This study explores the synergistic impact of CIMT and KT on upper limb function and muscle tone in this population, filling a critical gap in research. Objective: To investigate the combined effects of CIMT and KT on upper limb functionality and spasticity in children and adolescents with hemiparesis. Methods: A comprehensive randomized clinical trial adhering to CONSORT guidelines was conducted. Forty-six participants aged 6 to 17 years, diagnosed with hemiparesis due to cerebral palsy, were divided into two groups: CIMT-only and CIMT + KT. Baseline assessments included age, gender, stroke type, time since stroke, and initial upper limb function (FMA-UE, BBT, SF-36, MAS). CIMT sessions were conducted intensively over four weeks, with the CIMT + KT group additionally receiving KT application. Post-intervention assessments were conducted using the same measures. Results: Both the CIMT and CIMT + KT groups demonstrated significant improvements in the use of the affected limb for daily tasks, as indicated by the Motor Activity Log (MAL) scores. The CIMT-only Group showed a mean change in MAL score of 15.4 ± 8.1, while the CIMT + KT Group exhibited a mean change of 10.2 ± 6.5. Strong performance in upper limb functionality, assessed through the Wolf Motor Function Test (WMFT) Functional Ability Scale (FAS), was observed in both groups. The CIMT-only Group demonstrated a mean change in WMFT FAS score of 12.3 ± 6.2, and the CIMT + KT Group had a mean change of 8.4 ± 5.1. Additionally, both groups experienced a notable reduction in muscle tone, assessed using the Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS). The CIMT-only Group had a mean change in MAS score of -0.6 ± 0.4, while the CIMT + KT Group had a mean change of -0.4 ± 0.5. No statistically significant differences were observed between the two groups regarding the quality and quantity of movement. Conclusion: Integrating Kinesio Taping with Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy effectively reduces muscular tone in the wrist and fingers, enhancing upper limb functionality in children and adolescents with hemiparesis. While Kinesio Taping alone and in combination with CIMT demonstrates efficacy, further research is warranted to optimize therapeutic applications.

The effect of different taping techniques on transtibial amputation walking parameters: A case report.

Buerger disease is a nonatherosclerotic, segmental inflammatory disease of the occlusive tract, often involving medium-sized muscular and small-diameter arteries and veins of the extremities. If medical treatment is not successful, amputation is inevitable. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of different kinesiological taping techniques on walking parameters of transtibial amputee with knee extension limitation. Two different kinesiological taping methods (Kinesio Tape and Dynamic Tape) were applied to the transtibial patient with knee extension limitation. Walking performance of patients was assessed with The Biodex Gait Trainer 2. Gait parameters without tape were as follows: average walking speed 0.38 m/s, average step cycle 0.48 cyl/s, average left step length 50 cm, average right step length 43 cm, coefficient of variation 9% at the left, and coefficient of variation 9% at the right. After applying Kinesio Tape and Dynamic Tape, these values were measured as follows: average walking speed 0.50.56 m/s, average step cycle 0.51.56 cyl/s, average left step length 61-60 cm, average right step length 53-54 cm, coefficient of variation 6%-5% at the left, and coefficient of variation 6%-4% at the right side. Dynamic Tape and Kinesio Tape both had positive effects on active joint motion and walking parameters. Regarding walking speed and step length, Dynamic Tape was found to be more effective than Kinesio Tape. Taping methods applied to amputees have positive effects on range of motion, which in return causes improvements on walking parameters.

Effects of Kinesio taping on lower limb biomechanical characteristics during unexpected jumping in patients with chronic ankle instability.

The current biomechanical research on the application of Kinesio taping (KT) to patients with chronic ankle instability (CAI) has focused on testing the expected movements. However, unexpected movements are more common in actual sports. Therefore, the present study aimed to investigate the effects of KT on the biomechanical characteristics of the knee and ankle joints during unexpected jumping movements. Twenty-one patients with unilateral CAI were recruited to capture the biomechanical parameters during unexpected jumping movements under different interventions: no taping (NT), placebo taping (PT), and KT. A one-way repeated measures analysis of variance was used to compare the differences in knee and ankle biomechanical characteristics among patients with CAI between the three intervention conditions. At initial contact, the KT group demonstrated a significant decrease in ankle plantarflexion and knee flexion angles compared to the NT group (p < 0.05). At the early landing phase, the KT group had a significant increase in peak ankle dorsiflexion angle, peak ankle eversion angle, peak ankle dorsiflexion moment, and peak ankle eversion moment compared to the NT and PT groups (p < 0.05). Furthermore, the KT group had a significantly reduced peak knee flexion angle, peak knee eversion angle, and peak vertical ground reaction force (p < 0.05) compared to the NT and PT groups. KT significantly improves the sprain-prone touchdown posture of patients with CAI. And reducing the risk of ankle sprains during the early landing phase by promoting ankle dorsiflexion and eversion angles and moments.

Effects of ankle Kinesio taping on knee and ankle joint biomechanics during unanticipated jumps in collegiate athletes.

Most biomechanical research on the application of Kinesio taping (KT) to the ankle joint focused on testing anticipated movements. However, ankle sprains frequently occur in real life in unanticipated situations, where individuals are unprepared and face sudden external stimuli. This situation is completely different from the anticipated situation. The aim of the present study was to investigate the effects of ankle KT application on the kinematic and kinetic characteristics of the knee and ankle joints during unanticipated jump tasks in collegiate athletes. Eighteen healthy collegiate athletes experienced three taping conditions in a randomized order: no taping (NT), placebo taping (PT), and KT, and performed unanticipated jump tasks. A 9-camera infrared high-speed motion capture system was employed to collect knee and ankle kinematic data, and a 3-dimensional force plate was utilized to collect knee and ankle kinetic data during the tasks. During the right jumps, KT significantly increased peak knee flexion angle (P = 0.031) compared to NT and significantly decreased peak vertical ground reaction force (P < 0.001, P = 0.001) compared to NT and PT. During the left jumps, KT significantly reduced peak ankle inversion angle (P = 0.022, P < 0.001) and peak ankle inversion moment (P = 0.002, P = 0.001) compared to NT and PT. During unanticipated jump maneuvers, KT reduced peak ankle inversion angle, peak vertical ground reaction force, and peak ankle inversion moment and increased peak knee flexion angle in collegiate athletes.

Short-term Effects of Kinesio Taping Application on Outcomes of Athletes With Shin Splints

Purpose: Shin splints are a common injury in the world of sports, causing pain along the inner edge of the tibial and impacting an athlete’s performance and well-being. The study aims to examine how kinesio taping application affects pain, postural control, and plantar pressure parameters in athletes with shin splints. Methods: A placebo-controlled trial design was used, with 32 athletes with shin splints randomly assigned to either the kinesio taping group (KT=16) or the placebo group (PC=16). The KT group received kinesio tape with 75% tension applied to the affected shin, while the PC group received the same application without tension. Before and after the taping intervention, pain levels, postural control, and plantar pressure parameters were evaluated. Results: Results indicated that the KT group experienced a significant pain reduction and improved postural control and plantar pressure parameters compared to the PC group. Conclusion: These results suggest that kinesio tape can relieve pain in the short term and enhance postural control and plantar pressure distribution in athletes with shin splints. Further research is necessary to explore the long-term effects and underlying mechanisms.

Acute and prolonged hip kinematic changes after three different Kinesio Taping® interventions: A randomized placebo-controlled trial

Abstract Study aim: This study aimed to compare the acute and prolonged effects of three different Kinesio Taping (KT) techniques (underactive/overactive muscle correction [UMC]/[OMC] and functional correction [FC]) on hip ROM in the sagittal plane and compare them to those of the placebo Kinesio Taping (PKT) application. Materials and methods: The sample consisted of 56 young healthy participants of both genders who were randomly divided into four equal groups. Measurements were performed using Kinovea software for video analysis during the performance of an active straight leg raise and the modified Thomas test at three timepoints: before the intervention and 60 min and 48 h after the intervention. Results: Mixed-model ANOVA revealed a statistically significant interaction between group and timepoint (F = 6.210; p &lt; 0.001; ηp 2 = 0.285 for ipsilateral hip extension ROM; F = 2.064; p = 0.036; ηp 2 = 0.117 for contralateral hip flexion ROM). The results revealed acute and prolonged ROM changes after the application of three different KT techniques compared to those after the control procedure, but these changes were not significant. Conclusions: These findings support the use of KT as a modality for enhancing ROM. In muscle techniques, the factor of the anchor placement direction, with the same percentage of Kinesio tape tension, generates different effects. These effects were greater after 48 h than immediately after application. In changing the segmental posture or joint alignment, FC proved to be more intense than the KT muscle techniques, with an immediate effect that persisted even after two days.

Effects of Kinesiotaping on upper limb function and daily activities in subacute or chronic stroke survivors: A randomized control study.

Impaired upper limb function in stroke survivors is characterized by muscle weakness, increased muscle tone, contracture, or impaired motor control. We aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of Kinesio-taping application for functional recovery on the affected arm and forearm during rehabilitation. Forty-one patients eligible for this study were randomly assigned to either the Kinesio-taping group (n = 21), receiving Kinesio-taping intervention and conventional therapy, or control group (n = 20), receiving sham Kinesio-taping intervention and conventional therapy. The whole intervention lasted for 3 weeks. Fugl-Meyer assessment of the upper extremity, Barthel Index, the Stroke Impact Scale, and modified Ashworth scale were measured at 3 time points: baseline, post-treatment (3rd week), and follow-up (6th week). In the Kinesio-taping group, there were significant differences in the upper extremity (p = 0.003), wrist (p = 0.000) and hand (p = 0.000) parts of the Fugl-Meyer assessment of the upper extremity between the three assessment times. On the other hand, the Barthel Index showed significant differences in both groups after therapy. Combining conventional rehabilitation with Kinesio-taping intervention may improve functional motor performance of both the proximal and distal parts of the affected upper extremity in stroke survivors, with potential benefits for activity of daily living.

Effect of Kinesio Taping on Posture, Balance and Gait in Spastic Cerebral Palsy – A Systematic Review

ABSTRACT Background: Cerebral palsy (CP) is a nonprogressive developmental disorder characterized by motor deficits, such as abnormal posture, balance, and gait impairments leading to deformities, affecting activities daily and, therefore, the quality of life. The application of Kinesio taping (KT) in patients with CP has emerged as a choice of adjunct treatment. Therefore the objective of this review was to evaluate the effectiveness of KT as an addition to conventional physiotherapy (CPT) interventions on posture, balance, and gait in spastic cerebral palsy. Materials and Methods: A bibliographic search was done in various databases. Only randomized controlled trials on KT in CP were included. The risk of bias in included studies was evaluated by using the RoB 2.0 tool. Downs and Black checklist was used to determine the overall quality of studies. Results: A total of five studies were eligible, out of which two studies reported a low risk of bias and three studies reported some concerns on RoB 2.0. The overall methodological quality of the studies ranged from fair to good. Out of five studies in three studies, KT was more effective as adjunct CPT than CPT alone on sitting posture, balance, and standing balance. In one study, KT was equally effective as ankle foot orthosis on gait. Lastly, one study showed a significant improvement with KT application over CPT alone, but the effects of neuromuscular electrical stimulation were more significant than KT on postural control and sitting. Conclusion: KT is a noninvasive, inexpensive, and compliant adjunct to physiotherapy in patients with spastic CP for better outcomes regarding posture, balance, and gait.

Efficacy of Kinesio taping in post operative sequalae after surgical removal of mandibular third molars: a split mouth randomized control study

BackgroundThe surgical removal of impacted lower third molars produces a significant degree of trauma to the soft tissue and bony structures of the oral cavity, which can initiate considerable inflammatory reaction. Consequently, patient experiences pain, swelling, hemorrhage, nerve paraesthesia, limited mouth opening etc. The kinesiologic tape (KT) can help with blood and lymphatic circulation and has shown acceptable outcomes in reducing pain and in managing post-operative muscle spasm.MethodologyThe study was aimed to compare the effects of kinesiologic tape on post operative pain, swelling and trismus following surgical removal of mandibular third molar when compared to control group. 15 patients with bilaterally impacted mandibular third molar were included in the split mouth study. One side was randomly assigned as Group A where patient’s face was subjected to Kinesio tape application post extraction. The other was Group B where Kinesio tape was not applied. After extraction each patient was evaluated in terms of post op pain, swelling and trismus in post-op day 1,2 and 7th.ResultsThe pain was found to be significantly less (p = 0.042) in group A when compared to group B on the first day. The mean pain was 5.07 in KT group and 6.20 in No KT group on day 2nd. Post OP Swelling was statistically significantly less (p < 0.01) in Group A on 2nd & 3rd day. The postoperative mouth opening was more from the 2nd day in group A with mean of 26.07 mm and 20.33 mm in group B (p < 0.01).ConclusionThe kinesiologic taping originates from sports medicine, but can also used therapeutically for reducing post operative sequelae as demonstrated in our study. Kinesiologic tape (KT) enables patients to have a comfortable time post-operatively and helps to regain better quality of life.Trial registrationRegistered in Clinical Trial Registry—India.Registration number—CTRI/2021/05/033359, registration date – 04/05/2021.

Effects of facilitatory and inhibitory Kinesio taping on lateral gastrocnemius muscle activity, motor neuron excitability, and countermovement jump height in university athletes from multiple sports: A randomized controlled trial

ObjectivesThis study aims to investigate the temporal effects of two Kinesio Taping (KT) techniques on lateral gastrocnemius muscle activity, motor neuron excitability, and countermovement jump height in university athletes from hockey, football, basketball, and volleyball. Additionally, it investigates whether the athletes' playing positions—either attacker or defender—influence these outcomes following the KT application. MethodsForty-eight subjects were randomly assigned to one of three groups: Group A (n = 16), Group B (n = 16), and Group C (n = 16). All groups were further subdivided into attackers and defenders. Adhesive Kinesio tape was applied to the lateral gastrocnemius using the Y-shaped technique for three days. Facilitatory KT was applied from the origin to the insertion of the lateral gastrocnemius, while inhibitory KT was applied from the insertion to the origin. Motor neuron excitability, electromyographic activity, and countermovement jump height were tested at baseline, as well as after KT application, to evaluate if the dependent variables had changed. One-way ANOVA was used for baseline comparison, and mixed ANOVA was applied to assess post-interventional effects on the outcome measures. ResultsSignificant group effects for lateral gastrocnemius activation were found, measured using percentage of maximum voluntary isometric contraction (% MVIC) average root mean square (RMS). In motor neuron excitability, maximal M-wave (Mmax) was significantly improved in group comparison. Further, there was also a significant increase in countermovement jump height. There was no significant difference in outcome measures based on playing position (attacker and defender). ConclusionBoth KT techniques effectively influenced the lateral gastrocnemius muscle's activity, motor neuron excitability, and jump height when compared with the control group. Additionally, there is no effect of playing position, specifically attacker or defender, on the examined variables following KT application.

Immediate and localized effect of Kinesio tape on the hand grip strength of sedentary female adults.

The current study aimed to assess the immediate and localized effect of Kinesio Taping (KT) on hand grip strength. A cross-sectional study was conducted on 60 sedentary female university students (aged 18-23) divided into two groups of 30 subjects each. The experimental group received KT with 50% tension of the tape on the forearm and 100% tension on the hand, and the control group received a placebo application of KT (KT without tension on the hand and forearm). Hand grip strength was assessed before and immediately after applying KT using a hand-held dynamometer with a one-minute rest between trials. The experimental group detected a significant improvement in hand grip strength during the post-intervention stage compared to the control group (mean difference 9.72 Lbs; 95% CI, -12.90 to -6.54; P<0.05) with a medium effect size. In addition, a significant improvement in handgrip strength was observed between pre-intervention and post-intervention in the experimental group (mean difference 6.5 Lbs.; 95% CI, -7.58 to -5.42; P<0.05) with a high effect size. However, the control group failed to show significant improvement in handgrip strength between pre-and post-intervention (P=0.666). KT application on the hand and forearm immediately augmented the hand grip strength of the dominant hand in sedentary female university students.

Effects of routine physical therapy with and without kinesio taping in improving gross motor function in sitting and standing in spastic diplegic cerebral palsy children

ObjectiveTo determine the effectiveness of Kinesio taping along with routine physical therapy on improving gross motor function in sitting and standing among spastic diplegic Cerebral Palsy children. DesignRandomized controlled trial. SettingsUniversity Teaching Hospital University of Lahore, Lahore. Participants53 participants with diagnosed spastic diplegic cerebral palsy were randomly allocated in control and experimental groups. Intervention26 Participants were treated by kinesio taping which was applied in a criss-cross manner along with routine physical therapy program while the control group (n = 27) received NDT exercise program that comprises of stretching, functional reaching, weight-bearing exercises and walking. Outcome measureGross motor function was assessed using 2 components of Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS-88), i.e., sitting as well as standing at the base line and after every 3rd week for 12 weeks follow up. ResultsIn study and control group the mean score of gross motor function for sitting at baseline was 33.96 ± 3.11 and 31.50 ± 3.32 respectively. After intervention, it changed to 47.70 ± 5.46 and 43.46 ± 1.81 respectively. Mean score for Gross Motor Function calculated at base line in study and control group for standing was 27.37 ± 1.14 and 26 ± 3.01 respectively. At the end of intervention, the score improved to 36.55 ± 4.27 and 33.69 ± 2.46 respectively. ConclusionIn comparison to control group, significant increase in gross motor function of intervention group was seen after the 12 weeks of intervention. In this way, over back muscles the application of kinesio tape in a Criss-Cross manner may be helpful. Also it can be used as an additional approach along with routine physical therapy to improve standing and sitting in spastic diplegic children.

TRAINING ON THE APPLICATION OF KINESIOTAPING COMBINED WITH CONTRACT RELAX AS A PREVENTIVE AND REHABILITATIVE MEASURE FOR SPORTS INJURIES

The problems experienced by PPLP/D Papua athletes is sports injuries which limit athletes in running an optimal training program. The dense and heavy training program causes a tendency for sports injuries to occur. The purpose of this community service is to upgrade knowledge and skills on how to install kinesiotaping and contract relax as an effort to preventive and rehabilitative sports injuries. The method used is training with the flow of delivering material and demonstration. Population in this community service are PPLP/D Papua athletes with a total of 98 athletes. The sample used was 60 athletes from 12 sports. The results obtained are an increase in PPLP/D athletes' knowledge about kinesiotaping and contract relax, the dominant pretest results of the very low category 53 athletes (88.3%) become the dominant category of very high 19 athletes (31.7%), high category 18 athletes (30%), and medium category 18 athletes (30%). The results of the t test analysis (paired sample test) found the sig value (2-tailed) = 0.001 &lt;0.05. Based on the results obtained, it can be concluded that the training provided has a positive impact on PPLP/D Papua athletes in terms of increasing knowledge about the application of kinesiotaping and contract relax as preventive and rehabilitative sports injuries.

The immediate effect of synergistic muscles kinesio taping on function and balance of volleyball players with functional ankle instability: A randomized controlled trial

ObjectivesTo determine the immediate effect of synergistic muscles Kinesio taping (KT) on the function and balance of volleyball players with functional ankle instability (FAI). DesignParallel, superiority randomized controlled trial. MethodsTwenty-six semi-professional volleyball players with FAI were randomly assigned to either the intervention or control group. All participants received KT of fibularis longus, gastrocnemius, and gluteus maximus muscles for one session. The intervention group received KT with 35 % tension, while the control group received KT without tension. The function was assessed using the side hop and single hop distance tests. Dynamic balance was assessed with the Y Balance test. The outcomes were measured at baseline, 20 min after KT, and 24 h after KT. Statistical analyses were performed using Mixed-model repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) and one-way ANOVA. ResultsThe interactions of time*group for the outcomes of function using the single hop test and stability in the anterior direction of the Y Balance test were significant (p < 0.05). Within-group comparisons showed after KT, both groups experienced significant improvements in all outcomes compared to the baseline. Results of between-group comparisons revealed that the application of KT with tension compared to no tension significantly improved function and balance in the anterior of the Y Balance test. ConclusionsKinesio taping can be an effective treatment option to improve function and balance in FAI. Additionally, Kinesio taping with tension compared to KT without tension had superiority.

Effectiveness of kinesiotape and sham kinesiotape application in children with cerebral palsy with dysphagia: A randomized controlled study.

This study aimed to investigate the short- and long-term effects of kinesiotaping (KT) on dysphagia in children with cerebral palsy (CP). One hundred one CP patients (59 males, 42 females; mean age: 49.3±18.8 years; range, 2 to 6 years) with dysphagia referred between October 2017 and January 2020 were enrolled in the randomized controlled study. Children who met the study criteria were randomly assigned to the kinesiotape group (n=54) or the sham group (n=47). Specific swallowing evaluations were performed on all patients before the therapy. The KT or sham application protocole combined with conventional rehabilitaion therapy was conducted for six weeks. Evaluation parameters were repeated at 6 and 18 weeks. The evaluated parameters were compared within and between groups. Drooling, weak tongue movement, chewing difficulty, coughing/choking and retching/vomiting during/after feeding, functional oral intake score, and meal time were found to be significantly improved at six weeks in the kinesiotape group compared to the sham group, and the clinical improvements were present at 18 weeks (p<0.05). There was no statistically significant difference in any parameter in the sham group at 6 and 18 weeks compared to the pretreatment (p>0.05). The addition of KT to a home exercise program is an effective method for dysphagia in CP.

Effects of elastic therapeutic taping on along-muscle fascicle local length changes: Magnetic resonance and diffusion tensor imaging based assessment

Elastic therapeutic taping is utilized for prevention and treatment of various neuromusculoskeletal disorders and sports injuries. Kinesio taping (KT) is a popular version of this practice. Despite being widely used to improve muscular function, an understanding of KT effects on muscular mechanics are lacking. Considering the continuity of the fascial system and its mechanical interaction with muscle fascicles intramuscularly, the aim was to test the following hypothesis: mechanical loading induced on the skin by KT leads to along-muscle fascicle local length changes and shear strains in the targeted muscle. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-based local tissue deformation analyses and diffusion tensor imaging (DTI)-based fiber tracking analyzes were combined. Anatomical MRI and DTI were acquired for 5 healthy female volunteers in 3 conditions: (1) without tape, (2) following sham application, and (3) after KT application. Local length changes and shear strains were calculated using image registration between conditions (1–2) and (2–3). Non-parametric Wilcoxon signed-rank test was performed to compare the two conditions. Data pooled from all subjects show that KT-imposed along-muscle fascicle lengthening (mean ± SD 0.026 ± 0.020), shortening (0.032 ± 0.027) and shearing (0.087 ± 0.049) occur and are significantly higher than those caused by sham application (0.012 ± 0.010; 0.013 ± 0.015; 0.029 ± 0.021, respectively) (p < 0.001). KT induced along-muscle fascicle length changes locally show heterogeneity. Our findings indicate that KT affects both along-muscle fascicle length changes and shear strains. This can be explained by KT imposed myofascial loads over the skin being transmitted via the fascial system, non-uniformly manipulating the mechanical equilibrium locally at different parts along the muscle fascicles.

Effect of upper extremity kinesio tape application on hand function, wrist joint position and grip strength in children with hemiparetic cerebral palsy

Abstract Although kinesio taping (KT) is frequently used in musculoskeletal disorders, there is not enough data on the effectiveness of holistic KT application on the upper extremity in spastic hemiparetic children. Our study aims to evaluate the effect of KT application on spasticity, range of motion, dexterity and hand grip strength in these patients. Twenty patients diagnosed with spastic hemiparetic cerebral palsy, aged 5-17 years, who were trained and treated in a private educational institution, were included in the study. Between November 2021 and January 2022, in addition to neurodevelopmental therapy for 12 weeks, KT was applied from the lateral epicondyle region to the end of the metacarpals, with 15-25% tension, to the dorsal face of the hand, with the taping direction facilitation technique (starting direction is the origin of the muscle). Spasticity, range of motion, dexterity and hand grip strength were evaluated as pre-test and post-test. It was determined that the mean score difference between the pre-test and post-test range of motion (ROM) shoulder abduction, ROM supination, ROM wrist flexion, ROM wrist extension and hand grip strength of the individuals was statistically significant (). It was determined that the individuals’ pre-test-post-test Jebsen hand function test (JHFT) Writing, JHFT card flipping, JHFT small objects, JHFT nutrition simulation, JHFT backgammon checkers stamps, JHFT large light objects, JHFT total score average difference was statistically significant (). These results indicate that KT application positively affects upper extremity functions in the rehabilitation of hemiparetic cerebral palsy. Longitudinal studies are recommended in patients with hemiparetic cerebral palsy.

Effect of Kinesiotape Application on Knee Joint on Gait Kinematics in High Heels

Abstract: Today, millions of women wear high-heeled shoes daily, and although it has been suggested that the use of high-heeled (HH) shoes leads to an increased incidence of osteoarthritis, back pain, and deterioration of posture. The study aimed to investigate the kinetic and kinematic analysis in the lower extremities while walking on high-heeled shoes and compared kinesiotape application on knee joints with HH shoes. Methods: A three-dimensional quantitative gait evaluation was performed without tape and with wear HH shoes, with kinesio taping application on the knee. Twenty-four healthy females (age, 21.6 ± 0.7 years; height, 1.64 ± 4.2 cm; body mass, 57 ± 3.9 kg) participated in the study. Spatiotemporal parameters cadence and walking speed were significantly different among the trials. Results: Knee and hip joint sagittal plane range of motion were different with kinesin taping applications While knee joint total excursion (ROM) was 57,5±8.7 degrees with HH shoes, it was decreased to 54.05±5.8 tape application walking HH shoes. Knee external flexion moment during the early stance phase decreased significantly in kinesin taping with HH shoes. Conclusion: These findings showed that Kinesio taping application on quadriceps femoris muscles affected the stance phase of the gait cycle and reduced knee joint flexion degree and knee flexion moments while walking with HH shoes. Tape application may be an option to reduce the negative effect of wearing high-heeled shoes on the knee while walking, or to reduce knee pain, to provide support for knee deformities.

Effect of Adding Kinesiotaping to Median Nerve Gliding Exercise Toward Hand Performance of Patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome by Using Michigan Hand Outcomes Questionnaire

Background: CTS occurs due to local compression of the median nerve with manifestations of neuropathy, mostly in the productive population. Many conservative treatments have been observed to reduce the degree of pain and quality of life in CTS patients. Kinesiotaping is a new therapy that has been widely used for various musculoskeletal conditions and is known for reducing median nerve compression. Aim: To determine the effect of adding kinesiotaping to median nerve gliding exercise on hand function in CTS patients by using the Michigan Hand Outcomes Questionnaire. Methods: This research was an experimental randomized pre-and post-test group design. A sample of 24 patients from the Medical Rehabilitation Outpatient in RSUP Dr. Kariadi were divided into two groups randomly. The intervention group (n=12, dropout 1) got kinesiotaping application and median nerve gliding exercise. The control group (n=12, dropout 1) did the median nerve gliding exercise only. Hand performance has been evaluated before and at the end of the 4th week of treatment by using the Michigan Hand Outcomes Questionnaire. Result: There were significant improvements in the intervention group’s right-hand function (p&lt;0,001), activities of daily living (ADLs) or the ability of the right hand to do certain tasks (p&lt;0,001), work performance (p&lt;0,001), pain (p=0,024), and satisfaction (p&lt;0,001), as compared to the control group. Meanwhile, the intervention and the control group did not show significant differences in left-hand function score (p=0.884), left-hand ability score (p=0.884), and aesthetics score (p=1,000). Conclusion: There was a positive effect on improving hand performance in CTS patients by adding kinesiotaping to median nerve gliding exercises.