Effects of Dynamic and Kinesiology Taping on Balance and Kinesthesia in Healthy Adults (DAKTIK)

University of Primorska

Status: Completed

Conditions: Kinesiology Taping; Dynamic Tape

Treatments: Device: Dynamic tape; Device: Kinesiology Tape

Study type: Interventional

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT06942585

DAKTIK

Details and patient eligibility

About

This study aims to investigate the acute effects of dynamic tape (DT) and kinesiology tape (KT) on balance and kinesthesia of the lower limbs in healthy young adults. Participants will undergo assessments of static balance and knee joint position sense before and after the application of each taping condition. The study seeks to determine whether DT or KT can provide immediate improvements in postural stability and proprioceptive accuracy.

Full description

Taping techniques are commonly used in rehabilitation and sports settings to support joint function, reduce pain, and improve proprioception. Dynamic tape (DT) and kinesiology tape (KT) differ in their mechanical properties and proposed mechanisms of action. While KT is elastic and mimics the properties of skin, DT offers higher elasticity and resistance, potentially providing enhanced mechanical support and proprioceptive feedback.

Although several studies have explored the effects of taping on balance and proprioception, direct comparisons between DT and KT, particularly when applied to both the ankle and knee joints, remain limited. This study seeks to address this gap by examining and comparing the immediate effects of DT and KT on static balance and kinesthesia of the lower limbs in healthy adults.

The findings may contribute to a better understanding of the clinical relevance of different taping methods and inform decision-making in preventive and therapeutic interventions targeting lower limb stability and proprioception.

Enrollment: 24 patients

Sex: All

Ages: 18 to 45 years old

Volunteers: Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion criteria

• Healthy adults aged 18-30 years
• No current pain or injury affecting the lower limbs
• Willingness to participate and provide informed consent
• No known allergy or sensitivity to adhesive materials

Exclusion criteria

• History of ankle sprain or anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury
• Any lower limb injury in the past 3 months
• Neurological or vestibular disorders affecting balance
• Skin conditions or wounds at the taping sites
• Participation in balance or proprioception training programs in the past month

Trial design

Primary purpose: Prevention

Allocation: Randomized

Interventional model: Crossover Assignment

Masking: Single Blind

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24 participants in 2 patient groups

Kinesiology tape

Experimental group

Description:

Kinesiology tape (KT) applied to the knee and ankle

Treatment:

Device: Kinesiology Tape

Dynamic tape

Experimental group

Description:

Dynamic tape (DT) applied to the knee and ankle

Treatment:

Device: Dynamic tape