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the Instant Effect of Rigid and Kinesio Taping Techniques in Stroke Individuals With Foot Drop

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
Physical Performance, Gait and Physiological Expenditure Index in Stroke Patients
Interventions
Other: Kinesio Taping
Other: Rigid Taping
Registration Number
NCT06608615
Lead Sponsor
Kırıkkale University
Brief Summary

Stroke individuals with foot drop experience poor physical performance and walking problems. Physiological energy consumption also increases due to balance and walking problems. The aim of this study is to investigate the immediate effects of rigid and kinesio taping techniques on physical performance, gait and physiological expenditure index in stroke individuals with foot drop, and also to examine whether these approaches are superior to each other.

As a result of this study, it was seen that Rigid Taping and Kinesio Taping were effective in stroke individuals with foot drop. When we compared the groups, it was determined that both taping methods produced similar effects.

Detailed Description

Stroke individuals with foot drop experience poor physical performance and walking problems. Physiological energy consumption also increases due to balance and walking problems. The aim of this study is to investigate the immediate effects of rigid and kinesio taping techniques on physical performance, gait and physiological expenditure index in stroke individuals with foot drop, and also to examine whether these approaches are superior to each other.

40 individuals diagnosed with hemorrhagic or ischemic stroke were included in the study. Individuals were divided into two groups: Rigid Taping Group (n=20) and Kinesio Taping Group (n=20). The physical performances of the individuals participating in the study were evaluated with the One-Leg Standing Test, Timed Up and Go Test (TUG) and the Sit-Up-from-Chair Test (SUCT), their walking speed was evaluated with the 10 Meter Walk Test, and the spatiotemporal characteristics of the gait were evaluated with gait analysis on powdered ground. Physiological Expenditure Index (FHI) was calculated with 6 Minute Walk Test (6MWT) results. Evaluations were recorded by the same physiotherapist before and after taping.

As a result of this study, it was seen that Rigid Taping and Kinesio Taping were effective in stroke individuals with foot drop. When we compared the groups, it was determined that both taping methods produced similar effects. We believe that adding rigid or kinesio taping applications for foot drop to the rehabilitation program of stroke individuals with drop foot will increase the success of the treatment.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
40
Inclusion Criteria

Not provided

Exclusion Criteria

Not provided

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
PARALLEL
Arm && Interventions
GroupInterventionDescription
Kinesio Taping GroupKinesio TapingPersons who will undergo kinesio taping
Rigid Taping groupRigid TapingPersons to whom rigid taping will be performed
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Timed up and go test3 minutes

"The timed up and go measures, in seconds, the time taken by an individual to stand up from a standard arm chair (approximate seat height of 46 cm), walk a distance of 3 metres, turn, walk back to the chair and sit down again. The subject wears his regular footwear and uses his customary walking aid (none, cane, or walker). No physical assistance is given. He starts with his back against the chair, his arms resting on the chair's arms and his walking aid at hand. He is instructed that, on the word "go", he is to get up and walk at a comfortable and safe pace to a line on the floor 3 metres away, turn, return to the chair and sit down again. The subject walks through the test once before being timed in order to become familiar with the test.both taping methods produced similar effects.

10 metre walking test1 minutes

Gait speed was based on the average of two trials of the 10-m TWT in order to reduce measurement error. Patients were instructed to walk independently from other people as fast and safely as possible, and were allowed to use a walking aid if needed. The 10 metres had to be free of obstacles and turns. program of stroke individuals with drop foot will increase the success of the treatment.

Sit up and chair test1 minutes

ubjects began the test sitting on a 47 cm-high chair, positioned with the feet hip width apart, toes under knees and arms folded across their chest. The investigators recorded the length of time to the nearest tenth of a second it took for subjects to rise and sit back down five consecutive times without the use of their arms. Participants were given one practice trial to familiarize themselves with the procedure.kullanımında etkili olduğunu göstermektedir.

six minute walk test10 minutes

The functional capacity of the individuals was evaluated with 6MWT. The measurements were made in line with the recommendations of the American Thoracic Society. The individuals were asked to walk in a 30-m corridor at their own walking speed for 6 min as far as possible. The individuals were allowed to stop and rest during the test, which was repeated twice every other day. The maximum 6 min walking dis- tance was recorded in meters.

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Kırıkkale University

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Kırıkkale, Turkey

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