Clinical Research Directory

Effectiveness of Kinesiotaping and Peloidotherapy in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Patients diagnosed with mild and moderate idiopathic CTS will be randomly divided into three groups. Patients who received 15 sessions of peloid therapy along with a home exercise program will constitute the first group. The second group will consist of patients who received a total of 6 sessions of kinesiotaping twice a week along with a home exercise program. Patients who were given only a home exercise program will be included in the third group. "Patients will be evaluated in detail in terms of clinical examination and outcomes three weeks after the end of treatment and again at three months.

Effect of Kinesio Taping Combined With Schroth Therapy in Young Adults With Idiopathic Scoliosis

In this study, the effects of Kinesio Taping methods applied in combination with Schroth therapy on pain and functional capacity in young adults diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis will be evaluated. This study is designed as a randomized controlled trial. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: Group 1: Schroth therapy combined with Kinesio Taping Group 2: Schroth therapy alone Group 3: Schroth therapy combined with sham Kinesio Taping Kinesio Taping will be applied for 4 weeks. The tape will remain in place for 5 consecutive days, followed by a 2-day rest period for the skin, and this cycle will be repeated throughout the intervention period. Schroth therapy will be administered 3 times per week for 4 weeks. Assessments will be conducted at baseline (Week 0), during treatment (Week 2), at the end of treatment (Week 4), and at follow-up (Week 8). The primary outcome measures will be pain intensity assessed by the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) and functional disability assessed by the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI). Secondary outcome measures will include the Scoliosis Research Society-22 (SRS-22) questionnaire and the Patient Global Impression of Change (PGIC) scale.

Immediate Effect of Kinesiotaping With Rounded Shoulder Posture in University Students

Posture is maintained through the interaction of the musculoskeletal system, visual input, vestibular function, and proprioception to provide optimal balance with minimal energy expenditure. Various factors, including prolonged static sitting, unsuitable work environments, prolonged screen use, and low physical activity levels, may contribute to postural misalignment, particularly in student populations. Rounded shoulder posture is commonly associated with muscle imbalance, altered scapular alignment, pain in the neck and shoulder region, reduced range of motion, and functional limitations. Kinesio taping is a physiotherapy intervention commonly used in orthopedic and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Proposed effects include facilitation of proper muscular and fascial alignment, enhancement of proprioceptive feedback, and potential improvement in posture and movement quality. However, evidence regarding the immediate effects of kinesio taping on posture-related outcomes in individuals with rounded shoulder posture remains limited. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the immediate effects of kinesio taping on posture, shoulder range of motion, and proprioception in students with rounded shoulder posture.

ICF-Based Effects of PNF and Kinesio Taping on Hand Function in Hemiplegic Stroke

This clinical trial aims to compare the effects of kinesio taping and PNF on hemiplegic hand functions. In addition, the effects of these applications on body structure, activity, and participation will be examined. The main questions it aims to answer are: Do kinesio taping and PNF applications have different effects on hemiplegic hand function? Are kinesio taping and PNF applications effective in body structure, activity, and participation? The researchers will compare the advantages of kinesio taping and PNF applications over each other. Participants: Kinesio taping and/or PNF applications will be applied 3 days a week for 8 weeks. Tests will be performed on the first and last day of the study to evaluate hand functions.

The Effect of Kinesiotaping on Posture and Balance in Patients With Postural Thoracic Hyperkyphosis

The primary aim of our research is to evaluate the positive effects of exercise and kinesiotaping on the thoracic kyphosis angle in young adults between the ages of 18-45 with a thoracic kyphosis angle of 40 degrees and above. Secondary aims are to investigate the effects of kinesiotaping on dynamic and static balance, pain, and quality of life in patients with thoracic hyperkyphosis.

Investigation of the Effectiveness of Kinesiological Taping in Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

This study aims to investigate the effect of kinesiological taping, applied in addition to exercise, on clinical symptoms in patients diagnosed with Cubital Tunnel Syndrome. The patients will be randomized into three groups (exercise, exercise + kinesiological taping, exercise + sham taping) and will be evaluated at the 1st and 3rd months after a 3-week treatment period.

Effects of Dynamic Taping on Shoulder Isokinetics Strength and Muscle Fatigue.

Maintaining shoulder stability requires good neuromuscular control. Imbalances in shoulder internal and external rotator strength may increase the risk of shoulder injuries in overhead athletes, and the compromised fatigue resistance of the external rotators may worsen this imbalance during sports activities. Additionally, poor scapular neuromuscular control is associated with shoulder problems, such as shoulder impingement syndrome. Previous research has shown that individuals with shoulder impingement syndrome exhibit poor scapular motion control and altered corticomotor control. Poor scapular motion control, pain, functional impairment, and changes in corticomotor control interact to form a vicious cycle. Various treatments have been attempted to improve neuromuscular control, including taping. Most past studies have focused on the efficacy of rigid tape and kinesio tape, while dynamic tape has gained popularity in recent years. Due to its material properties, dynamic tape is theoretically able to absorb loads, provide force, and correct movements. However, there is currently a lack of evidence supporting the effectiveness of dynamic tape. No research has yet explored whether dynamic tape can provide force to increase muscle strength and reduce fatigue or whether its movement correction functions can improve neuromuscular control and corticomotor control. Therefore, this project plans to conduct an experiment to investigate the effects of dynamic tape on external rotator strength and fatigue in recreational overhead athletes, as well as its impact on neuromuscular control and corticomotor excitability in recreational overhead athletes with shoulder impingement syndrome. In the experiment, 37 healthy recreational overhead athletes will participate in three testing sessions spaced one week apart, receiving kinesio tape, dynamic tape, and sham tape. After taping, they will perform fatigue-inducing activities. Isokinetic strength of internal and external rotators will be measured before taping, after taping, and after fatigue-inducing activities to observe the effects of dynamic tape on muscle strength and fatigue compared to kinesio tape and sham tape.

Effect of Kinesio Taping on Lumbar Muscle Temperature

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.

The Effect of Kinesio Taping Applied to Operating Room Nurses on Low Back Pain, Fatigue, and Sleep Quality

This study aims to determine the effects of kinesiology taping applied to operating room nurses on lower back pain, fatigue, and sleep quality. The research will be conducted using a randomized controlled experimental design with pre-test and post-test control groups. The universe of the study will consist of 100 operating room nurses working in a university hospital. The sample size has been calculated as a total of 84 nurses (Intervention group: 42; Control group: 42) based on power analysis calculations. The study will commence after obtaining the necessary permissions. Data collection will involve the use of the Descriptive Information Form, Visual Analog Scale, Quebec Back Pain Disability Scale, Visual Analogue Scale for Fatigue, and the Richards-Campbell Sleep Questionnaire. Participants who consent to the study will be administered the Descriptive Information Form, Visual Analog Scale, Quebec Back Pain Disability Scale, Visual Analogue Scale for Fatigue, and Richards-Campbell Sleep Questionnaire before the application of kinesiology tape. Subsequently, a physiotherapist from the research team will apply kinesiology tape to the paravertebral muscles using the muscle technique. As the literature suggests that the most suitable number of days for kinesiology tape application is four, participants will be instructed not to remove the tapes for four days. Additionally, participants will be informed that they can continue their daily activities and shower with the kinesiology tape on. The Visual Analog Scale will be applied to the participants at the end of the workday on the day of the kinesiology tape application and at the end of the workday for four days. At the end of the fourth day, all data collection tools will be applied. Seven days after the application, the scales will be filled out again by the nurses to determine if the effects of the kinesiology tape persist. Participants in the control group who agree to participate in the study will have data collected at the same time intervals as the intervention group participants using the same data collection tools. The Visual Analogue Scale will be administered to participants at the end of the day the data collection tools are filled out and at the end of the workday for four consecutive days. At the end of the fourth day, all data collection tools will be applied again. Seven days after the application, all scales will be refilled by the nurses..