Effects of patellar taping on brain activity during knee joint proprioception tests using functional magnetic resonance imaging.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Patellar taping is a common treatment modality for physical therapists managing patellofemoral pain. However, the mechanisms of action remain unclear, with much debate as to whether its efficacy is due to a change in patellar alignment or an alteration in sensory input.

Objective

The purpose of this study was to investigate the sensory input hypothesis using functional magnetic resonance imaging when taping was applied to the knee joint during a proprioception task.

Design

This was an observational study with patellar taping intervention.

Methods

Eight male volunteers who were healthy and right-leg dominant participated in a motor block design study. Each participant performed 2 right knee extension repetitive movement tasks: one simple and one propr

SUBMITTER: Callaghan MJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3367140 | biostudies-literature | 2012 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature