Does the Direction of Kinesiology Tape Application Influence Muscle Activation in Asymptomatic Individuals?

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite the popularity of tape among athletes and rehabilitation practitioners, there is controversy regarding the specific effects of kinesiology tape. Based on conflicting results and limitations of the literature, a well-designed study was desired to examine kinesiology tape application direction on muscle activation.

Hypothesis/purpose

The purpose of this pilot study was to determine if the direction of kinesiology tape application influences quadriceps activation. This study compared taping techniques with outcome measures selected to assess quadriceps muscle activation. The outcome measures included EMG, isokinetic strength, and functional hop and jump performance.

Study design

Double-blind Crossover study.

Methods

A total of fifteen asymptomat

SUBMITTER: Dolphin M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7872456 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature