The Acute Effect of Dynamic Taping on Upper Body Posture.
- Conditions
- Postural; DefectDynamic Tape
- Interventions
- Other: Dynamic tape on experimental groupOther: Sham tape on placebo group
- Registration Number
- NCT05873985
- Lead Sponsor
- Gazi University
- Brief Summary
The aim of this study was to evaluate the acute effect of Dynamic tape on cervical and thoracic region posture in asymptomatic male individuals.
- Detailed Description
Fifty-one asymptomatic individuals between the ages of 18 and 32 years were included in the study. The participants in this study were randomised into two groups, named "Dynamic Taping" (mean age± sd: 23.28±3.41 yrs, n=25) and "Sham Taping" (mean age± sd: 25.15±4.13 yrs, n=26). In the Dynamic taping group, tapes were applied with optimal stretching, while in the Sham taping group, tapes were applied without any stretch. All measurements were done before taping and 30 minutes after taping. Craniovertebral, cranio-horizontal and sagittal shoulder angles were calculated with photographic posture analysis, while thoracic kyphosis was evaluated with a digital inclinometer (JTech IQ Pro™, ABD).
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- COMPLETED
- Sex
- Male
- Target Recruitment
- 51
- between the ages of 18-40 years,
- male gender,
- not having any injuries to the neck and back region in the last 3 months
- Individuals who were allergic to taping,
- had neurological or rheumatological disorders
- felt discomfort after starting the study
Study & Design
- Study Type
- INTERVENTIONAL
- Study Design
- PARALLEL
- Arm && Interventions
Group Intervention Description Dynamic tape on experimental group Dynamic tape on experimental group As a result of randomization, dynamic tape was applied to 25 people with a special technique. Sham tape on placebo group Sham tape on placebo group As a result of randomization, dynamic tape was applied to 26people with a sham technique.
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Cranio-horizontal angle (after) 15 minutes after tape Photographs were analysed using the "ImageJ" program and CH angle were calculated and data were recorded. This procedure was performed by a researcher blinded to the study. This is the angle between the horizontal line drawn from the tragus and the line drawn from the tragus to the lateral canthus of the eye. It provides information about the position of the head above the neck and the location of the upper cervical spine.
Craniovertebral angle (before) 5 minutes before tape Photographs were analysed using the "ImageJ" program and CV angle were calculated and data were recorded. This procedure was performed by a researcher blinded to the study.This is the angle between the horizontal line drawn from the 7th cervical vertebra and the line drawn from the 7th cervical vertebra to the tragus . The CV angle provides information about the position of the lower cervical region and is used in the objective evaluation of FHP.
Craniovertebral angle (after) 15 minutes after tape Photographs were analysed using the "ImageJ" program and CV angle were calculated and data were recorded. This procedure was performed by a researcher blinded to the study.This is the angle between the horizontal line drawn from the 7th cervical vertebra and the line drawn from the 7th cervical vertebra to the tragus . The CV angle provides information about the position of the lower cervical region and is used in the objective evaluation of FHP.
Photographic Posture Assessment 15 minutes after tape o take pictures of the participants, the camera (Logitech, Switzerland) was placed on a tripod with a height of 115 cm and at a distance of 1.5 m (33). In order to maintain the same distance between the camera and the participants, a spot on the ground was marked for the subjects to stand, and the tripod was fixed to the ground. The photos were taken of the left side of the subjects in standing position. Before photographing, reflective markers were placed on the lateral canthus, tragus, 7th cervical vertebra, and acromion. During the photography, the subjects were asked to stand in a comfortable position as in daily life.
Sagittal shoulder posture angle (after) 15 minutes after tape Photographs were analysed using the "ImageJ" program and SSP angle were calculated and data were recorded. This procedure was performed by a researcher blinded to the study.This is the angle between the horizontal line drawn from the acromion and the line connecting the acromion to the 7th cervical vertebra. This assessment provides information about the position of the shoulder
Cranio-horizontal angle (Before) 5 minutes before tape Photographs were analysed using the "ImageJ" program and CH angle were calculated and data were recorded. This procedure was performed by a researcher blinded to the study. This is the angle between the horizontal line drawn from the tragus and the line drawn from the tragus to the lateral canthus of the eye. It provides information about the position of the head above the neck and the location of the upper cervical spine.
Sagittal shoulder posture angle ( Before) 5 minutes before tape Photographs were analysed using the "ImageJ" program and SSP angle were calculated and data were recorded. This procedure was performed by a researcher blinded to the study.This is the angle between the horizontal line drawn from the acromion and the line connecting the acromion to the 7th cervical vertebra. This assessment provides information about the position of the shoulder
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Thoracic kyphosis angle (after) 15 minutes after tape TK angle was measured with a dual digital inclinometer (JTech IQ Pro™, USA). Participants were asked to stand in a relaxed position. The dual inclinometer device was placed over the spinous processes of the 1st thoracic vertebra and the 12th thoracic vertebra. The measured angle was recorded as the TK angle.
Thoracic kyphosis angle (Before) 5 minutes before tape TK angle was measured with a dual digital inclinometer (JTech IQ Pro™, USA). Participants were asked to stand in a relaxed position. The dual inclinometer device was placed over the spinous processes of the 1st thoracic vertebra and the 12th thoracic vertebra. The measured angle was recorded as the TK angle.
Trial Locations
- Locations (1)
Gazi University
🇹🇷Ankara, Turkey