Kinesio Taping Effects on Balance and Ankle Proprioception
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18-25
SponsorUniversity of Beykent
About this trial
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.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
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.
Disqualifiers
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.
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Kinesio Taping 1
- Kinesio Taping 2
- Sham Kinesio Taping
Treatment groups
120 Participants
are divided into 3 treatment groupsSponsors and collaborators
Source ClinicalTrials.gov