Does lower limb kinesio taping affect pain, muscle strength, and balance following fatigue in healthy subjects? A systematic review and meta analysis of parallel randomized controlled trials.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Kinesio tape (KT) has gained popularity in sports and rehabilitation due to its ease of use and potential benefits. However, its effectiveness is not well understood especially in addressing fatigue, a condition that can impair muscle function and increase the musculoskeletal risk of injury. Given KT's potential impact on muscle activity and recovery, this review aims to evaluate the effects of lower limb KT on pain, strength, and balance following fatigue.

Methods

A comprehensive search was conducted in five databases (Scopus, PubMed, Cochrane, ScienceDirect, and PEDRO) up to January 2024. The search employed keywords related to KT, fatigue, and delayed onset muscle soreness. We included parallel randomized controlled trials that compared KT to control groups, in

SUBMITTER: Joveini G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11657792 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature