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DesignCross-sectional study.ObjectivesThe purpose of this study was to explore the stability of the participants by using the COP tracing area while being applied ankle taping and without ankle taping during static and dynamic manoeuvre.BackgroundAnkle taping is a very common technique used in sports as well as in clinical aspects on the effort of providing stability to the joint. It has become controversial the evidence presented on the benefits of stability while using diverse taping techniques, and the use of different type of tapes.Methods and Measures8 healthy students (7 females and one male) performed single-leg standings with eyes open and eyes closed for 10 s (static tests), jumped with single-leg landings (dynamic test) on a force plate across 3 ankle taping conditions (Dynamic taping, Athletic taping, and no tape). Subjects were taped for prevention of a lateral ankle sprain with the full dorsiflexed foot. The boundary of all the COP position for each trial were detected and the COP tracing area was calculated by Matlab-based program.ResultsThe COP tracing area demonstrated less range while using athletic taping in the dynamic test. In static tests, the COP tracing area showed less range while using dynamic taping for both eye open and eye closed condition.ConclusionThe preliminary results indicated the athletic taping may improve the stability during the dynamic movement but not during the static task. In more demanding task, the participants may benefit from better ankle stabilisation. However, in lower demanding task, maintaining stability require more somatosensory input and minor adjustment. The athletic taping may decrease those functions since the ankle joint was fixed and the surrounding muscles, tendons or capsules could not react properly.

The purpose of the study was to investigate the effects of Kinesio Tape (KT) on scapular kinematics with different external loads in healthy subjects. Twenty-three subjects performed abduction, scaption and flexion of their shoulders in three conditions: (1) no load (2) dumbbell and (3) elastic band resistance. KT was applied (I-shaped) over the upper trapezius muscle, and scapula kinematic data was captured and analyzed based on Euler angles. The situations and interactions of the different loads and KT were compared using a repeated measures two-way ANOVA. KT decreased the upward rotation during the movements of abduction, scaption and flexion of the shoulder. There was an effect of load in all evaluated movements, but there was no interaction between the load and the KT. It can be concluded that KT and load showed effects on scapula kinematics. Regardless of the load condition (no load, dumbbell or elastic resistance), the effects of the KT on scapula kinematics will be the same in healthy subjects.

Background and Objectives: Ankle injuries are the most common type of injury in healthy active individuals. If not treated properly, recurrent sprains can lead to a condition of chronic ankle instability (CAI). The aim of the present review is to evaluate the effects of Kinesio Taping (or KT) on sports performances and ankle functions in athletes with CAI. Materials and Methods: This systematic review with meta-analysis was carried out following the criteria of the Prisma Statement system (registered on Open Science Framework, number: 10.17605/OSF.IO/D8QN5). For the selection of the studies, PubMed, Scopus and Web of Science were used as databases in which the following string was used: (“kinesiology tape” OR “tape” OR “taping” OR “elastic taping” OR “kinesio taping” OR “neuro taping”) AND (unstable OR instability) AND (ankle OR (ankle OR “ankle sprain” OR “injured ankle” OR “ankle injury”)). The Downs and Black Scale was used for the quality analysis. The outcomes considered were gait functions, ROM, muscle activation, postural sway, dynamic balance, lateral landing from a monopodalic drop and agility. Effect sizes (ESs) were synthesised as standardized mean differences between the control and intervention groups. Calculation of the 95% confidence interval (CI) for each ES was conducted according to Hedges and Olkin. Results: In total, 1448 articles were identified and 8 studies were included, with a total of 270 athletes. The application of the tape had a significant effect size on gait functions, ROM, muscle activation and postural sway. Conclusions: The meta-analysis showed a significant improvement in gait functions (step velocity, step and stride length and reduction in the base of support in dynamics), reduction in the joint ROM in inversion and eversion, decrease in the muscle activation of the long peroneus and decrease in the postural sway in movement in the mid-lateral direction. It is possible to conclude that KT provides a moderate stabilising effect on the ankles of the athletes of most popular contact sports with CAI.

Study DesignCohort study.ObjectivesThe purpose of this study was to determine the affects of Kinesiology tape (KT) on proprioception during a dynamic balance test and centre of pressure (CoP) in chronic ankle instability (CAI) participants. A modified version of the star-excursion balance test (mSEBT) and a single-leg stance were used.BackgroundMany ankle sprains develop into CAI, which results from repetitive sprains and results in residual symptoms, and self-reported feelings of instability. Ankle taping has been common practice for years, to treat and prevent ankle sprains. KT has recently become widely used and has many claimed benefits, but its effect on proprioception has limited research with mixed results.Methods and MeasuresForty participants were split evenly into groups (CAI and healthy), via inclusion/exclusion criteria based on the International Ankle Consortium statement. Participants’ true leg-length, height, and weight were taken prior to testing. Participants were then shown how to do a single-leg stance (CoP data) and four mSEBT directions (anteromedial, medial, posteromedial, and posterolateral). Participants were given three practice trials, and then performed three test trials at three measurement times: baseline, immediately post-taping, and 24 hours post-taping.ResultsThere were no significant differences between means (CoP or reach lengths) of groups; or between measurement times and groups. However, significant differences were found for the following mSEBT measurement times: medial (24 hours compared to both baseline (Mean dif. 1.99 cm, p<0.010) and immediately post-taping (1.85 cm, p<0.0001)), posteromedial (24 hours compared to both baseline (3.17 cm, p<0.0001) and immediately post-taping (2.31 cm, p<0.0001)), and posterolateral (24 hours compared to both baseline and (5.19 cm, p<0.0001) and immediately post-taping (3.10 cm, p<0.0001), and between immediately post-taping and baseline (2.10 cm, p<0.0001)).ConclusionThe results indicate that KT may have an effect on proprioception at the ankle for both healthy and individuals with CAI. However, future research into KT and proprioception is warranted.

BackgroundOver the last 50 years kinesiotaping has become a very popular adjunct in the treatment of sports injuries. Its role in sports injury prevention however remains unclear.ObjectivesTo investigate whether kinesiotaping has a role in the prevention of sports injuries.MethodsAn electronic search was conducted up to June 2019 using medical subheadings and free-text words. The subject-specific search included the terms ‘Kinesio tape’, ‘injury prevention’, ‘motor control’, and ‘proprioception’. The search included levels 1, 2 and 3 evidence-based articles.ResultsTwenty-one articles were found. The majority of the articles did not support the use of Kinesio tape in the prevention of injury nor in the increase of joint positioning sense, proprioception or increased motor control.ConclusionsIt remains questionable whetherKinesio tape should be used in order to prevent sport injury.

OBJECTIVES: The objective of this randomized control trial study was assess the effectiveness of a kinesio-taping in alleviating symptoms associated with ankle sprains. METHODOLOGY: In this experimental study, a total of 30 patients were chosen as participants. The patients were divided into two groups: experimental group A consisting of 15 patients, and control group B also consisting of 15 patients. The data collected from both groups were compared and analyzed using SPSS version 21. RESULTS: Statistical analysis shows that that there are significant differences in the efficacy of both treatments and Kinesiotaping has special advantages in treatment of Ankle Sprain. In most of the patients it shows better results and in very few patients this treatment is less efficient. CONCLUSION: Efficiency shown by both treatments was random. Kinesio taping with standard treatment protocol showed better results as compared to the standard treatment protocol alone for ankle sprain. In some patients kinesio taping was less effective and on the other hand standard treatment shown good results in other patients. Kinesio taping showed better results in severe cases where standard treatment alone have less effectiveness So we can say that kinesio taping with standard treatment shown better results as compared to the standard treatment protocol alone for ankle sprain, and have dramatic effects in comparison with Standard Treatment.