The influence of Q-angle, proprioception and kinesiology tape on lower limb landing biomechanics.

Not Applicable

Completed

• Conditions: ower limb proprioception; Lower limb proprioception; Musculoskeletal - Normal musculoskeletal and cartilage development and function

• Registration Number: ACTRN12616000826448
• Lead Sponsor: Charles Sturt University

Brief Summary

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Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2016-06-23
• Last Update Posted: 13 January 2020

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Completed
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 36

Inclusion Criteria

Participants should be:
- Between the ages of 18 and 35
- Free of neurovasulcar, vascular or musculoskeletal injury
- Not pregnant
- Not dependent on medical care

Exclusion Criteria

Potential participants will be excluded on the following grounds:
- Younger than 18 or older than 35
- Currently experiencing a neurovasulcar, vascular or musculoskeletal injury
- Currently pregnant

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
The primary outcome will be the impact of kinesiology tape on proprioceptive function. <br><br>The tests being completed will be the repeat joint position test, and the star excursion balance test. The use of the force plate and 3D motion analysis will allow analysis of changes in center of pressure and movement of particular markers. The use of Electromyographical (EMG) assessment will also allow for monitoring of muscle activity during the balance activities. [This will be assessed using one taping method (either kinesiology tape or sham) at the initial testing session, and the alternate taping method one week later.]

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
The secondary outcome will be the impact of kinesiology tape on muscle activity. <br><br>The tests being completed will be the hop test, and the vertical leap test. The use of the force plate and 3D motion analysis will allow analysis of downward pressure and movement of particular markers. The use of Electromyographical (EMG) assessment will also allow for monitoring of muscle activity during the dynamic activities. [This will be assessed using one taping method (either kinesiology tape or sham) at the initial testing session, and the alternate taping method one week later.]