The Effect of Kinesio Taping on Edema Control and Wrist Functions in Conservatively Followed Distal Radius Fractures.
Condition: Distal Radius Fracture
MeSH terms: Fractures, Bone; Radius Fractures; Wrist Fractures
Study type: Interventional

Summary: 
      Kinesio tape is used successfully in the control of edema related to the extremity,
      especially in the control of lymphedema that develops after surgery.Kinesiotape is a
      non-allergic elastic tape applied to the skin surface.There are publications showing that
      kinesio tape applications are beneficial for edema control after interventional procedures
      such as anterior cruciate ligament surgery and knee prosthesis related to orthopedic surgical
      interventions. There is no publication on the effectiveness of kinesio tape application in
      the control and rehabilitation of post-cast edema of wrist fractures.It is planned to
      investigate the positive effects of kinesio tape in edema control and rehabilitation.
    

Detailed description: 
      The prevalence of distal radius fracture is increasing day by day. Circular cast is applied
      in 70-80% of patients treated for distal radius fractures.During the rehabilitation of
      patients after plaster application, joint stiffness, swelling on the hand and wrist, and
      edema are frequently encountered.Edema in the hand and wrist negatively affects the daily
      activities of patients, their quality of life, wrist and finger functions.

      Edema is the main problem in rehabilitation after upper extremity injuries.It is known that
      fibrosis and adhesions in soft tissues develop as a result of prolonged extremity edema.

      Elevation, massage, cold application, pressure gloves are used for edema control.

      Kinesio tape is used successfully in the control of edema related to the extremity,
      especially in the control of lymphedema that develops after surgery.Kinesiotape is a
      non-allergic elastic tape applied to the skin surface. Kinesio Tape working mechanism opens
      the distance between the skin and subcutaneous tissues after it is applied to the skin and
      increases lymphatic drainage.

      Kinesio tape also has the effect of supporting the joint and soft tissues around the joint.

      Research on kinesio tape has generally focused on the control of lymphedema that develops
      after breast cancer surgery or stroke.

      There are publications showing that kinesio tape applications are beneficial for edema
      control after interventional procedures such as anterior cruciate ligament surgery and knee
      prosthesis related to orthopedic surgical interventions.

      Considering the studies conducted for edema control in patients treated for distal radius
      fractures, the effect of massage applications on edema has been investigated and it has been
      shown that massage has positive effects on edema control and wrist functions(9).

      In another study, the effectiveness of modified massage methods in the treatment of edema was
      investigated and its positive effects were observed. There is no publication on the
      effectiveness of kinesio tape application in the control and rehabilitation of post-cast
      edema of wrist fractures. It is planned to investigate the positive effects of kinesio tape
      in edema control and rehabilitation.
    

Intervention name(s): kinesiotaping; exercise
Intervention type(s): Other; Other
Intervention description(s): Kinesio tape will be attached with lymphedema technique.
The bands will be removed prior to each assessment so that they do not affect the evaluator's blinding. After evaluation, the new tape will be fitted by the invesitgatör; Wrist, finger, elbow range of motion and stretching exercises will be taught to the patients and given as home exercises.
In addition, patients will be given a leaflet containing illustrated and explanatory exercise visuals.
Allocation: Randomized
Intervention model: Parallel Assignment
Intervention model description: Randomized controlled trial
Masking: Single (Outcomes Assessor)
Primary purpose: Treatment
Keywords: Distal Radius Fracture; kinesiotaping; edema