Clinical trial NCT06832111: Kinesio Taping Effects on Balance and Ankle Proprioception
Official title: The Effect of Different Kinesio Tape Applications on Balance and Ankle Joint Position Sensation: A Randomised Controlled Study
Study type: INTERVENTIONAL
Overall status: RECRUITING
Phase: NA
Conditions: Ankle Injuries
Balanced
Lead sponsor: University of Beykent
Sponsor class: OTHER
First posted: 2025-02-18
Enrollment: 120
Sex: ALL
Minimum age (years): 18
Maximum age (years): 25
Standard ages: ADULT
Accepts healthy volunteers: yes
Allocation: RANDOMIZED
Intervention model: PARALLEL
Intervention model description: Since you are applying different interventions (three types of Kinesio taping) to different groups, the Parallel Assignment model is the best fit.

The study is randomized, meaning participants are assigned to groups by chance. The primary aim is to evaluate the preventive effects of Kinesio taping on balance and proprioception, so the primary purpose is "Prevention." If the person assessing the results is blinded to the group allocations, it qualifies as Single-Blinded (Outcomes Assessor).
Primary purpose: PREVENTION

Brief summary: 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.

Detailed description: Ankle and foot injuries are among the most frequently observed musculoskeletal injuries, particularly in athletes and physically active individuals. Various preventive methods have been developed to reduce the risk of such injuries, including exercise programs, footwear modifications, and taping techniques. Kinesio taping (KT) is widely used to enhance proprioception, joint stability, and neuromuscular function, but its effectiveness in healthy young adults remains unclear.

This study aims to evaluate the impact of different kinesio taping applications on joint position sense and balance in healthy young adults. The ankle-foot complex is rich in mechanoreceptors and plays a crucial role in movement and postural control. However, proprioceptive deficits and balance impairments contribute to the risk of injuries such as chronic ankle instability (CAI) and lateral ankle sprains. While several studies have investigated the effects of KT in injured populations, research on its impact on proprioception and balance in uninjured individuals is lacking.

By analyzing changes in balance and proprioception among healthy participants, this study will provide valuable insights into the potential role of kinesio taping in injury prevention. Understanding these effects before an injury occurs could help refine rehabilitation strategies and improve clinical decision-making regarding the use of kinesio taping for both prevention and post-injury treatment.

Eligibility criteria: Inclusion Criteria:

* 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.

Exclusion Criteria:

* 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.

Primary outcomes:
measure: Joint Position Sense Accuracy
timeFrame: 1 months
measure: Balance Performance (Postural Stability)
timeFrame: 1 months
Secondary outcomes:
measure: Changes in Balance Performance Over Time
timeFrame: 1 months
measure: Proprioception Retention Effect
timeFrame: 1 months
Other outcomes:
Locations:
city: İ̇stanbul
country: Turkey
facility: Istanbul Beykent University Physiotherapy Lab.
state: Büyükçekmece
Study officials:
affiliation: Istanbul Beykent University
name: Yasemin ŞAHBAZ
role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR
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