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KinesioTaping for Thoracic Drain Support
Sponsor: Kastamonu University
Summary
This study investigates the effectiveness of KinesioTaping applied around mediastinal and thoracic drain sites in reducing postoperative pain after cardiac surgery. Effective pain management is critical for early mobilization, improved patient satisfaction, and prevention of respiratory complications such as atelectasis. KinesioTaping is theorized to support soft tissue healing, improve circulation, and modulate pain through stimulation of cutaneous mechanoreceptors and fascia adjustment. However, evidence on its efficacy in postoperative settings remains limited. This prospective, randomized controlled trial aims to provide high-quality data on the role of KinesioTaping as a non-pharmacological adjunct for pain management in patients undergoing cardiac surgery.
Official title: Effect of KinesioTaping on Pain at Mediastinal-Thoracic Tube Sites After Cardiac Surgery: A Randomized Prospective Study
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 100 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
100
Start Date
2025-08-15
Completion Date
2025-12-12
Last Updated
2026-06-09
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Kinesiotaping
In this group, KinesioTaping will be applied around the thoracic drain sites alongside standard analgesic therapy. This physical therapy technique uses elastic tapes placed on the skin to support healing, reduce pain, and improve patient comfort. The tapes will remain in place for 2-3 days and will be removed together with the drains.
paracetamol tramadol
Patients in this group will be treated with painkillers consisting of tramadol and paracetamol
Locations (1)
Kastamonu Education and Research Hospital
Kastamonu, Kastamonu, Turkey (Türkiye)