Immediate effects of kinesiology tape on pain and quadriceps muscle strength in individuals with patellofemoral pain syndrome
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Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a common condition causing anterior knee pain during performing activities, such as squatting, running, and stair climbing. A kinesiology tape (KT) is often used to reduce pain and improve muscle functions, but its immediate effects remain unclear. This study investigated immediate effects of KT on pain and muscle strength in individuals with PFPS. Thirty-two male participants diagnosed with PFPS from Thailand National Sports University, Samut Sakhon campus, were recruited and randomly assigned into two groups using a simple randomization method. The placebo group (n = 16; age 20.0 ± 1.4 years) received I-shaped KT applied 7 cm above and below the patella without tension. The intervention group (n = 16; age 20.2 ± 1.4 years) received KT using a Y- and I-shaped application technique for quadriceps facilitation and patellar correction. Outcomes were measured before and immediately after KT application, including pain intensity assessed using the visual analog scale (VAS), squat range of motion (ROM) measured by goniometer, and quadriceps muscle strength measured using a hand-held dynamometer. There were no significant differences between the groups at baseline. Within-group analysis showed that the placebo group demonstrated significant improvements in pain (p-value = 0.002) and muscle strength (p-value = 0.012). In the intervention group, significant improvements were observed in pain (p-value = 0.001), squat ROM (p-value = 0.001), and muscle strength (p-value = 0.005) after KT application. However, no significant differences were found between the intervention and placebo groups in post-test outcomes (p-value > 0.05). KT may be used as an alternative treatment option to reduce pain, and improve squat ROM and quadriceps muscle strength in individuals with PFPS. However, the immediate outcomes were not significantly better than the placebo taping applications.
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