Kinesio Taping Effects on Balance and Ankle Proprioception

Официальное название

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

Обзор

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.

Подробное описание

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.

Вмешательства

• Другое Kinesio Taping 1
  A specific Kinesio taping technique applied to the ankle to evaluate its effects on joint position sense and balance.
• Другое Kinesio Taping 2
  A different Kinesio taping technique applied to the ankle to assess its impact on proprioception and postural stability.
• Другое 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.

Первичные конечные точки

• Joint Position Sense Accuracy [Срок оценки: 1 months]
• Balance Performance (Postural Stability) [Срок оценки: 1 months]

Вторичные конечные точки (2)

• Changes in Balance Performance Over Time [Срок оценки: 1 months]
• Proprioception Retention Effect [Срок оценки: 1 months]

Критерии участия

Критерии включения

• 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.

Критерии исключения

• 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.

Критерии приведены из реестра в оригинале (на английском). Окончательную оценку соответствия проводит исследовательский центр.

Здоровые добровольцы: Да

Дизайн исследования

Распределение

Рандомизированное

Модель

Параллельные группы

Маскирование

Открытое

Основная цель

Профилактика

Центры проведения

Turkey (Türkiye) · 1 центр

• Istanbul Beykent University Physiotherapy Lab. — Istanbul

Идентификаторы

NCT: NCT06832111 · UBeykent-11

Первоисточники (государственные реестры)

• ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH, США)

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