Placebo Effect of Immediate Kinesio Taping on Upper Extremity Performance in Healthy Adults
Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18-40
SponsorIstinye University
About this trial
This study investigates whether Kinesio Taping has immediate effects on upper extremity performance in healthy adults and whether these effects may be influenced by placebo mechanisms. Participants are randomly assigned to one of three groups: therapeutic Kinesio Taping, sham Kinesio Taping, or no intervention.
All participants complete tests of hand function, including grip strength, typing performance, reaction time, and manual dexterity, before and after a short standardized waiting period. Participants also rate their perceived performance, comfort, and overall change.
The purpose of this study is to determine whether improvements in performance are due to the mechanical effects of the tape or related to sensory and expectation-based (placebo) factors.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Being healthy adult between 18-40 years
No current pain or injury in the dominant upper extremity
No history of chronic musculoskeletal conditions affecting the upper extremity
Ability to read, understand, and provide informed consent
Disqualifiers
Respiratory, neurological, or cardiovascular disorders
History of surgery or fracture in the dominant upper extremity within the last six months
Known allergy or skin sensitivity to adhesives or Kinesio Tape materials
Current use of medications affecting physical performance or sensation
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Kinesio Taping
- Sham Kinesio Taping
Treatment groups
36 Participants
are divided into 3 treatment groupsSponsors and collaborators
Source ClinicalTrials.gov