About this trial
This single-blind, randomized controlled trial aims to investigate the effect of Kinesio Taping (KT) applied to lumbar paravertebral muscles with different tensions (25% and 75%) on local body temperature. The study will compare the changes in local body temperature before and after KT application using infrared thermography. Participants will be randomly allocated to one of three groups with randomization stratified by sex: 25% tension KT, 75% tension KT, and a control group. Temperature measurements will be taken at four time points: before the application, 15 minutes, 45 minutes, and 24 hours post-application. The data will be analyzed using statistical methods to evaluate the impact of KT tension on local body temperature. This study will provide insights into the physiological effects of KT under different tension levels.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Willingness to participate in the study
Aged between 18 and 35 years
Ability to read and understand Turkish
Disqualifiers
Experiencing muscle pain in the upper extremity, torso, or lower extremity
Use of medication or having a systemic disease that may affect thermoregulation
Having dermatological conditions in the area where Kinesio Taping will be applied
Having undergone surgery in the upper extremity, torso, or lower extremity
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- %25 tension Kinesio tape
- 75% tension Kinesio tape
Treatment groups
Sponsors and collaborators
Izmir Katip Celebi University
Lead sponsor
Ege University
Collaborator