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Kinesio Taping Effects on Balance and Ankle Proprioception

No phase Interventional Ankle Injuries Balanced

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What is being studied
The protocol lists: Kinesio Taping 1, Kinesio Taping 2, Sham Kinesio Taping.
Who it may be relevant to
Registry conditions: Ankle Injuries, Balanced. Basic parameters: 18 years — 25 years · All.
What needs checking
Age, condition and sex are only basic indicators. Prior treatment, laboratory values and other mandatory requirements appear in the eligibility criteria below.
Where it takes place
Turkey (Türkiye)
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Official title

The Effect of Different Kinesio Tape Applications on Balance and Ankle Joint Position Sensation: A Randomised Controlled Study

Overview

Ankle injuries are among the most common musculoskeletal injuries, affecting both athletes and the general population. Various methods are used to prevent such injuries, but the effectiveness of different kinesio taping applications on joint position sense and balance remains unclear. This study aims to investigate the effects of different kinesio taping techniques on proprioception and postural stability in healthy young adults. By identifying changes in balance and proprioception before injuries occur, the findings may provide clinical insights into the potential role of kinesio taping in rehabilitation and injury prevention.

Detailed description

Ankle and foot injuries are among the most frequently observed musculoskeletal injuries, particularly in athletes and physically active individuals. Various preventive methods have been developed to reduce the risk of such injuries, including exercise programs, footwear modifications, and taping techniques. Kinesio taping (KT) is widely used to enhance proprioception, joint stability, and neuromuscular function, but its effectiveness in healthy young adults remains unclear.

This study aims to evaluate the impact of different kinesio taping applications on joint position sense and balance in healthy young adults. The ankle-foot complex is rich in mechanoreceptors and plays a crucial role in movement and postural control. However, proprioceptive deficits and balance impairments contribute to the risk of injuries such as chronic ankle instability (CAI) and lateral ankle sprains. While several studies have investigated the effects of KT in injured populations, research on its impact on proprioception and balance in uninjured individuals is lacking.

By analyzing changes in balance and proprioception among healthy participants, this study will provide valuable insights into the potential role of kinesio taping in injury prevention. Understanding these effects before an injury occurs could help refine rehabilitation strategies and improve clinical decision-making regarding the use of kinesio taping for both prevention and post-injury treatment.

Interventions

  • Other Kinesio Taping 1
    A specific Kinesio taping technique applied to the ankle to evaluate its effects on joint position sense and balance.
  • Other Kinesio Taping 2
    A different Kinesio taping technique applied to the ankle to assess its impact on proprioception and postural stability.
  • Other Sham Kinesio Taping
    A placebo taping application that mimics the real Kinesio tape placement but lacks therapeutic tension or functional support, serving as a control condition to evaluate the true effects of the experimental interventions.

Primary outcome measures

  • Joint Position Sense Accuracy [Time frame: 1 months]
  • Balance Performance (Postural Stability) [Time frame: 1 months]
Secondary outcome measures (2)
  • Changes in Balance Performance Over Time [Time frame: 1 months]
  • Proprioception Retention Effect [Time frame: 1 months]

Eligibility criteria

Inclusion criteria

  • Age: Participants must be between 18-25 years old.
  • General Health: Participants must be generally healthy individuals, with no previously diagnosed chronic health conditions, musculoskeletal disorders, or history of injuries.
  • Ankle Health: No ankle injuries or surgical interventions in the past six months.
  • Informed Consent: Participants must voluntarily agree to participate and sign the informed consent form.

Exclusion criteria

  • History of Injuries: Any lower extremity injury (ankle or knee) within the past year.
  • Neurological Disorders: Any neurological condition that may affect balance or proprioception.
  • Other Health Conditions: Presence of chronic diseases such as rheumatic diseases, diabetes, or musculoskeletal disorders that could impact the study outcomes.

Criteria are shown verbatim from the registry (in English). Final eligibility is always assessed by the study center.

Healthy volunteers: Yes

Study design

Allocation
Randomized
Model
Parallel assignment
Masking
Open label
Primary purpose
Prevention

Study locations

Turkey (Türkiye) · 1 center
  • Istanbul Beykent University Physiotherapy Lab. — Istanbul

Identifiers

NCT: NCT06832111 · UBeykent-11

Primary sources (government registries)

View this study on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗