Immediate effects of kinesio taping on pain and postural stability in patients with chronic low back pain

Objective

Postural control of patients with chronic low back pain (CLBP) is usually impaired. Effects of treatment applications on postural stability have not been well investigated. The aim of this study was to investigate the immediate effects of kinesio taping on pain and postural stability in patients with CLBP.

Immediate effects of Pilates based therapeutic exercise on postural control of young individuals with non-specific low back pain: A randomized controlled trial

ObjectivesLow back pain affects the person's ability to keep balance, especially in challenging conditions. The purpose of this study was to determine the immediate effects of Pilates exercises on postural sway and dynamic balance of young individuals with non-specific low back pain.DesignControlled laboratory design.Settings and main outcome measuresForty-six participants with non-specific low back pain were randomized to a Pilates (n = 23, 10 males; age: 21.8 ± 3.2 years) and a control group (n = 23, 9 males; age: 22.8 ± 3.6 years). Postural sway was assessed with a force platform and dynamic balance with the Star Excursion Balance Test, before and after the intervention or rest period. To assess postural sway, participants stood still on an unstable surface set on the force plate for 90s, with eyes closed.InterventionThe intervention lasted 20 min and consisted on four Pilates exercises: single leg stretch (level 1), pelvic press (level 1), swimming (level 1) and kneeling opposite arm and leg reach.ResultsAt baseline, no differences were found between groups. The Pilates group improved in all the postural sway values (area of CoP: 11.5 ± 3.4 to 9.7 ± 2.7 cm², p = 0.002 and CoP velocity: 2.8 ± 0.6 to 2.3 ± 0.5 cm/s, p < 0.001) and in the Star Excursion Balance Test. Control group only improved in CoP velocity, however, this improvement was significantly inferior compared to the Pilates group.ConclusionsPilates exercises immediately improved postural sway and dynamic balance in young adults with non-specific low back pain.     

Kinesio Taping for pain control during labor: Protocol of a randomized,controlled trial

This study protocol will evaluate the effectiveness and safety during labor and delivery of the Kinesio Taping bandage for pain sensation, satisfaction of patients, and obstetric and neonatal outcomes. A randomized controlled trial with 60 participants divided into two groups will be conducted. The intervention group will receive bandage application on the vertebral regions corresponding to uterine dermatomes – from T10 to L1 and from S2 to S4. The control group will receive bandage application away from uterine dermatomes, from T1 to T4. The primary endpoint is pain during labor. Secondary endpoints are perinatal outcomes and patient satisfaction with the bandage and with her labor. Pain levels will be evaluated on an hourly basis during labor, and intention‐to‐treat analysis will be performed. Risk ratios and 95% confidence intervals will be calculated. Findings on effectiveness of pain control with no adverse effects to both the mother and neonate are the first step in evaluating the systematic use of Kinesio Taping during labor. Since self‐control may affect birthing experience satisfaction, discovering new alternatives for pain control may allow for a better experience.     

视动力刺激对下背痛患者姿势控制的影响

目的:研究下背痛患者站于不同支撑面接受视动力刺激时的姿势控制特征,为进一步认识下背痛和丰富治疗方案提供新的理论和证据。方法:选取13例25—40岁的慢性非特异性下背痛患者为实验组,年龄、性别一致的13例健康人作为对照组。测试者站于由随机运动点构成的投影屏幕前,点的运动分为向前汇聚(-)和向后扩散(+)两种,点移动速度有80°/s,40°/s和20°/s3种。视觉刺激采用刺激—间歇的间断刺激模式,并使用压力平衡板记录每位受试者在平板和软垫两种支撑面上接受视觉刺激时,双侧足底压力中心(COP)的移动情况,包括Y轴峰值移动速度、不同阶段移动幅度标准差(SD)和X轴移动轨迹总长度。结果:与对照组相比,站于稳定平面时,实验组COP各项参数的变化没有显著性差异(P>0.05);而站于不稳定平面上,只有接受+40°/s的视觉刺激时,实验组休息中期标准差(SD)值为(3.74±1.22),对照组为(2.83±0.75),两组有显著性差异(P<0.05);此外,接受同样刺激时,两组站于不稳平面时COP的各项参数均显著高于稳定平面(P<0.001)。结论:下背痛患者在任务环境更复杂时,对视觉信息,特别是向后的信息,依赖程度增加,姿势调整效率的降低,提示对下背痛患者异常运动模式的治疗需要考虑任务环境因素。     

肌内效贴联合深部肌肉刺激对非特异性颈痛的疗效

目的 观察肌内效贴联合深部肌肉刺激(DMS)对非特异性颈痛(NNP)的治疗效果。方法 2018年1月至12月,NNP患者56例随机分为对照组(n = 28)和观察组(n = 28),对照组予干扰电和磁热治疗,观察组加用肌内效贴和DMS,共2周。治疗前、治疗1周和治疗2周时,采用疼痛视觉模拟评分(VAS)和颈椎功能障碍指数(NDI)进行评定。结果 两组治疗后,VAS和NDI评分均降低(F > 4.137, P< 0.05);观察组在治疗1周和2周后各项评分显著低于对照组(t > 4.008, P < 0.001)。 结论 肌内效贴联合DMS可有效缓解NNP。     

Effects of Kinesio Taping on postural balance in patients with low back pain,a randomized controlled trial

Purpose: to identify postural balance changes in subjects with low back pain after the application of Kinesio Taping, which is then compared to a no treatment control group, using baropodometric evaluation. Methods: This randomized controlled trial was carried out on 50 individuals (both sexes) with chronic low back pain. They were then randomized into two groups: an experimental group - EG (treated with Kinesio Taping in the lumbar region) and a control group - CG (no intervention). Both groups underwent a baropodometric evaluation (mean plantar pressure, peak plantar pressure, plantar surface, mass distribution on right foot and left foot, mass distribution on forefoot and rear foot and base width) at four different moments: pre-intervention, 10 minutes, 48 hours, and 10 days after the intervention on the EG. The level of statistical significance was established at 5%. Results: Significant changes were observed in the EG compared to the CG. In the EG, peak pressure reduced on both right and left foot after Kinesio Taping application; the right base width was reduced, and the mass distribution between the forefoot and the rear foot normalized towards the ideal 50% distribution. These changes happened 48 hours after the Kinesio Taping application, with effects lasting up to 10 days. Conclusion: The use of Kinesio Taping in the lumbar region of subjects with chronic low back pain improved postural balance. This is proved by changes in peak plantar pressure, plantar surface, and mass distribution 48 h after Kinesio Taping application, with effects lasting up to 10 days.     

Treating non-specific chronic low back pain through the Pilates Method

The goal of this study is to review and analyze scientific articles where the Pilates Method was used as treatment for non-specific chronic low back pain (CLBP). Articles were searched using the Medline, EMBASE, PEDro, CINAHL, and SPORTDICUS databases. The criteria used for inclusion were randomized controlled trials (RCT) and clinical controlled trials (CCT) published in English where therapeutic treatment was based on the Pilates Method. The analysis was carried out by two independent reviewers using the PEDro and Jadad Scales. Two RCTs and one CCT were selected for a retrospective analysis. The results of the studies analyzed all demonstrate positive effects, such as improved general function and reduction in pain when applying the Pilates Method in treating non-specific CLBP in adults. However, further research is required to determine which specific parameters are to be applied when prescribing exercises based on the Pilates Method with patients suffering from non-specific CLBP. Finally, we believe that more studies must be carried out where the samples are more widespread so as to give a larger representation and more reliable results.     

Medium term effects of kinesio taping in patients with chronic non-specific low back pain: a randomized controlled trial

Background

Kinesio taping is a commonly used intervention for patients with chronic low back pain. However, the medium term effects of kinesio taping in these patients are unknown.

Effects of Kinesio Taping on breast cancer-related lymphedema: A meta-analysis in clinical trials

Background: Lymphedema is known as a secondary complication of breast cancer treatment, caused by reduction on lymphatic flow and lymph accumulation on interstitial space. The Kinesio Taping (KT) has become an alternative treatment for lymphedema volume reduction. The objective of the study was to evaluate the literature through a systematic review on KT effects on lymphedema related to breast cancer.

Methods: Search strategies were performed by the following keywords: “Kinesio Taping,” “Athletic Tape,” “Cancer,” “Neoplasm,” “Lymphedema,” and “Mastectomy” with derivations and different combinations. The following databases were accessed: SCIELO, LILACS, MEDLINE via PubMed, and PEDro, between 2009 and 2016. Studies published in English, Portuguese, and Spanish were considered for inclusion. The studies’ methodological quality was assessed by the PEDro scale.

Results: Seven studies were identified by the search strategy and eligibility. All of them showed positive effect in reducing lymphedema (perimeter or volume) before versus after treatment. However, with no effects comparing the KT versus control group or others treatments (standardized mean difference = 0.04, confidence interval 95%: ?0.24; 0.33), the average score of the PEDro scale was 4.71 points.

Conclusions: KT was effective on postmastectomy lymphedema related to breast cancer; however, it is not more efficient than other treatments.     

针刺联合肌内效贴治疗周围性面神经炎的疗效观察

目的:观察针刺联合肌内效贴治疗周围性面神经炎的临床疗效。方法:将80例周围性面神经炎患者按随机数字表法分为治疗组(针刺联合肌内效贴组)和对照组(单纯针刺组),两组患者均接受常规药物治疗。两组患者治疗前,治疗后2周、4周采用House-Brackmann面神经分级标准给予评定,并在治疗前后采用中文版FaCE量表评价面神经麻痹患者的生存质量。结果:治疗后2周、4周,两组House-Brackmann评分均较治疗前改善(P0.05),且治疗组优于对照组(P0.05)。治疗4周后两组FaCE量表比较,两组评分均较治疗前提高,差异有显著性意义(P0.05),与对照组相比,治疗组对于改善面部运动、面部感觉、口腔功能、泪液分泌、社会功能等方面疗效更为明显(P0.05),对于改善眼睛感觉,治疗组与对照组疗效相当,差异无显著性意义(P0.05)。结论:针刺联合肌内效贴能进一步改善患者面神经功能,提高患者生存质量。     

平衡姿势控制训练联合核心稳定性训练治疗慢性非特异性下背痛的临床疗效

目的:观察平衡姿势控制训练联合核心稳定性训练(CST)对慢性非特异性下背痛(CNLBP)患者的疼痛及静动态平衡控制能力的影响。方法:共有40例CNLBP患者纳入本研究,其中男性18例,女性22例,采用随机数字表法将其分为试验组(19例)及对照组(21例)。两组患者均接受常规理疗,试验组在此基础上进行核心稳定性训练和姿势控制训练,对照组进行核心稳定性训练。对照组核心稳定性训练30min/次,每天2次,每周5天,试验组核心稳定训练和姿势控制训练每天各1次,30min/次,每周5天,连续6周。分别在治疗前、治疗3周、治疗6周时对患者进行功能评定。使用视觉模拟量表(VAS)评价患者疼痛程度,使用Oswestry功能障碍指数(ODI)评价患者功能障碍程度,使用三维平衡测试仪进行静动态平衡评估来评价患者的姿势控制能力。静态平衡指标为三种体位下的重心摆动速度;动态平衡指标为稳定时间。结果:治疗3周两组VAS、ODI评分较治疗前显著降低(P0.05),试验组闭眼站立和脚前后站立平衡得分较治疗前有显著差异(P0.05)。治疗6周两组VAS、ODI评分较治疗前有显著性差异(P0.01),对照组睁眼站立和闭眼站立平衡能力较治疗前显著改善(P0.05),试验组静动态平衡指标较治疗前有显著性差异(P0.01,P0.05)。治疗6周试验组VAS、ODI、睁眼站立、闭眼站立、稳定时间得分较对照组显著改善(P0.05),脚前后站立与对照组相比有显著差异(P0.01)。结论:平衡姿势控制训练联合核心稳定性训练可以显著减轻CNLBP患者的疼痛及改善静动态的姿势控制能力。     

Effects of Qigong practice in office workers with chronic non-specific low back pain: A randomized control trial

ObjectiveTo investigate the effects of Qigong practice, Guan Yin Zi Zai Gong level 1, compared with a waiting list control group among office workers with chronic nonspecific low back pain (CNLBP).MethodsA randomized controlled trial was conducted at offices in the Bangkok Metropolitan Region. Seventy-two office workers with CNLBP were screened for inclusion/exclusion criteria (age 20–40 years; sitting period more than 4 h per day) and were allocated randomly into two groups: the Qigong and waiting list groups (n = 36 each). The participants in the Qigong group took a Qigong practice class (Guan Yin Zi Zai Gong level 1) for one hour per week for six weeks at their workstation. The participants were encouraged to conduct the Qigong exercise at home every day. The waiting list group received general advice regarding low back pain management. The primary outcomes were pain intensity, measured by the visual analog scale, and back functional disability, measured by the Roland and Morris Disability Questionnaire. The secondary outcomes were back range of motion, core stability performance index, heart rate, respiratory rate, the Srithanya Stress Scale (ST-5), and the global perceived effect (GPE) questionnaire.ResultsCompared to the baseline, participants in the Qigong group experienced significantly decreased pain intensity and back functional disability. No statistically significant difference in these parameters was found in the waiting list group. Comparing the two groups, Qigong exercise significantly improved pain intensity, back functional impairment, range of motion, core muscle strength, heart rate, respiratory rate, and mental status. The Qigong group also had a significantly higher global outcome satisfaction than the waiting list group.ConclusionQigong practice is an option for treatment of CNLBP in office workers.     

The effect of core stability training with ball and balloon exercise on respiratory variables in chronic non-specific low back pain: An experimental study

BackgroundStudies have shown the involvement of respiratory characteristics and their relationship with impairments in non-specific low back pain (NS-LBP). The effects of core stability with a combined ball and balloon exercise (CBB) on respiratory variables had not been investigated.ObjectiveTo evaluate the effectiveness of CBB on respiratory variables among NS-LBP patients.Study designpre- and post-experimental study.ParticipantsForty participants were assigned to an experimental group (EG) [n = 20] and control group (CG) [n = 20] based on the study criteria.InterventionsThe EG received CBB together with routine physiotherapy and the CG received routine physiotherapy over a period of 8 weeks. Participants were instructed to carry out the exercises for 3 days per week. The training was evaluated once a week and the exercises progressed based on the level of pain. Outcome measures: Primary outcomes were maximum inspiratory pressure (MIP), maximum expiratory pressure (MEP) and maximum voluntary ventilation (MVV). The secondary outcomes were measured in the numeric rating scale (NRS), total faulty breathing scale (TFBS), cloth tape measure (CTM) and lumbo-pelvic stability. Results: The MIP increased significantly among the EG when compared with that in the CG (p > 0.05).The EG showed a significant increase in MVV (p = 0.04) when compared to the CG (p = 0.0001). There was a significant reduction in pain for both groups. The MEP, TFBS, chest expansion and core stability showed no changes in either group. Conclusion: CBB was effective in improving respiratory variables among NS-LBP patients.     

The influence of non-specific low back pain on pressure pain thresholds and disability.

The purpose of this study was to investigate the pressure pain thresholds (PPTs) with respect to the Erector spinae and the hip muscles in 87 patients with subacute non-specific low back pain (LBP) and to evaluate the relationship between the PPTs and disability. In order to establish reference values, 64 healthy subjects were examined with respect to PPTs and used as a control group against the group of LBP patients. The mean PPT values of the Erector spinae and the hip at all examined points of the LBP group were significantly lower (p<0.001) in comparison to the PPT values of the healthy group. An exceptionally high difference (2.7 kg/cm2) was found at the L3 Erector spinae level. The correlation between having LBP or not in the whole group (n=151) and PPT, was highest at the L3 level of the Erector spinae (r=-0.710, p<0.001). When the group of patients with LBP was divided into two subgroups in terms of having an Oswestry disability index (ODI) lower than 40 ("moderate LBP disability") or an ODI higher than 40 ("severe LBP disability") it was surprising to notice that there was no significant difference between the PPTs of the Erector spinae and the hip musculature. This study has shown the possibility of the existence of muscular disorder in the lumbar part of the Erector spinae in patients with non-specific low back pain, but also reveals the strong inter-individual differences in muscular fibrosis sensitivity and pain behaviour related to gender.     

肌内效贴配合局部理疗治疗Bell麻痹的疗效观察

目的:观察肌内效贴疗法联合物理因子治疗Bell麻痹的疗效。方法:Bell麻痹患者72例随机分为观察组及对照组各36例,2组均采用超短波及超声波等物理因子治疗,观察组在此基础上加用肌内效贴扎术治疗。治疗前后运用简易面神经功能评分法、瞬目反射及面神经传导进行疗效评价。结果:治疗1个月后,2组简易面神经功能评分均较治疗前明显提高(P0.01),且观察组更高于对照组(P0.01);观察组平均治愈时间较对照组明显缩短(P0.01);2组患侧瞬目反射R1,R2潜伏时均较治疗前明显缩短(P0.05),且观察组更优于对照组(P0.05);2组患侧面神经传导速度均较治疗前明显提高(P0.01),且观察组更优于对照组(P0.05)。结论 :肌内效贴疗法联合物理因子治疗Bell麻痹可增加疗效,加速面神经恢复,缩短治愈时间,适宜临床推广应用。     

肩周肌群训练联合肌内效贴治疗肩袖损伤的疗效观察

目的：研究肩周肌群训练联合肌内效贴治疗肩袖损伤的临床疗效。方法：选取符合肩袖损伤标准的患者40例,随机分成研究组和对照组各20例。对照组进行肩周肌群训练,研究组在对照组基础上增加肌内效贴布,治疗疗程为4周。2组在治疗前（T1）、治疗4周后（T2）、治疗结束后1个月随访时（T3）进行评估,评价指标采用视觉模拟评分法（VAS）、Constant-Murley肩关节评分系统(CMS)、美国加州大学肩关节评分系统(UCLA)、患侧肩关节活动范围(ROM)。结果：在T2和T3时,2组患者VAS评分均较T1时明显下降（均P＜0.05）,CMS及UCLA评分均较T1时明显提高（均P＜0.05）,前屈、外展、内外旋活动度均较T1时明显增加（均P＜0.05）,且研究组VAS评分均更低于对照组（均P＜0.05）,CMS及UCLA评分均更高于对照组（均P＜0.05）,前屈、外展、内外旋活动度均更高于对照组（均P＜0.05）;在T3随访时,研究组VAS评分较T2时明显下降（P＜0.05）,CMS及UCLA评分均较T2时明显提高（均P＜0.05）,前屈、外展、内外旋活动度均较T2时明显增加（均P＜0.05）,而对照组各项评分和肩关节ROM较T2时差异均无统计学意义。结论：说明肩周肌群训练联合肌内效贴治疗肩袖损伤效果更好,而且在治疗结束后1个月内肌内效贴仍能够维持一定的效果,值得临床推广应用。     

Inter-examiner reliability of a classification system for patients with non-specific low back pain

There is a lack of studies examining whether mechanism-based classification systems (CS) acknowledging biological, psychological and social dimensions of long-lasting low back pain (LBP) disorders can be performed in a reliable manner. The purpose of this paper was to examine the inter-tester reliability of clinicians' ability to independently classify patients with non-specific LBP (NSLBP), utilising a mechanism-based classification method. Twenty-six patients with NSLBP underwent an interview and full physical examination by four different physiotherapists. Percentage agreement and Kappa coefficients were calculated for six different levels of decision making. For levels 1–4, percentage agreement had a mean of 96% (range 75–100%). For the primary direction of provocation Kappa and percentage agreement had a mean between the four testers of 0.82 (range 0.66–0.90) and 86% (range 73–92%) respectively. At the final decision making level, the scores for detecting psychosocial influence gave a mean Kappa coefficient of 0.65 (range 0.57–0.74) and 87% (range 85–92%). The findings suggest that the inter-tester reliability of the system is moderate to substantial for a range of patients within the NSLBP population in line with previous research.     

矿泉浴治疗慢性下腰痛的疗效评价

目的　评价兴城矿泉浴治疗慢性下腰痛 (CLBP)的疗效。方法　 78例CLBP患者随机分为矿泉浴组和淡水浴组 (各 3 9例 ) ,两组均保持入组前所用的其余保守治疗方法不变。矿泉为兴城矿泉 ,淡水为兴城饮用自来水 ,均采用全身浸浴法 ,水温 3 8～ 40℃ ,每日 1次 ,每次 2 5～ 3 0分钟 ,2 0次 1个疗程 ,在疗程开始前和疗程结束后各评定腰腿痛积分 1次。结果　矿泉浴组腰腿痛总积分治疗前 3 0 .2 4± 4.87,治疗后 9.64± 1 .0 5 ,差异显著 (P <0 .0 1 ) ;淡水浴组腰腿痛总积分治疗前 2 9.75± 4.47,治疗后 1 9.98± 3 .5 6,差异显著 (P <0 .0 5 )。两组积分改善值除椎管内积分外 ,矿泉浴组均明显高于淡水浴组 (P <0 .0 1 )。结论　兴城矿泉浴能明显缓解慢性下腰痛患者的症状和体征。     

悬吊式核心稳定训练对慢性非特异性下背痛的疗效

目的:探讨悬吊式核心稳定训练对比垫上核心稳定训练对慢性非特异性下背痛患者的疗效.方法:30例慢性非特异性下背痛患者,随机分为悬吊式核心稳定训练组(悬吊组)和垫上核心稳定训练组(垫上组)两组,每组15例.通过视觉模拟疼痛评分法(VAS)、Oswestry功能障碍指数问卷(ODI)和背伸肌肌肉力量测定,分别于治疗前、治疗结束时和治疗结束6个月时,对患者疼痛、腰部功能和背伸肌肌力进行评价.结果:治疗结束6个月时,悬吊组VAS得分改变值高于垫上组,差异有显著性意义(P＜0.05);与治疗前相比,悬吊组在治疗结束时和治疗结束6个月时,VAS评分均有降低,差异有显著性意义(P＜0.01);垫上组在治疗结束时VAS评分下降,差异有显著性意义(P＜0.01).治疗结束时和治疗结束6个月时,悬吊组得分改变值均大于垫上组,差异有显著性意义(P＜0.05).与治疗前相比,治疗结束时两组患者ODI评分均有下降(P＜0.05),治疗结束6个月时悬吊组ODI评分下降(P＜0.05).治疗结束时和治疗结束6个月时,悬吊组患者背伸肌肌力测定改变值均高于垫上组(P＜0.05);与治疗前相比,治疗结束时和治疗结束6个月时悬吊组背伸肌肌力均提高(P＜0.05),而垫上组患者背伸肌肌力仅在治疗结束时有显著提高(P＜0.01).结论:悬吊式核心稳定训练与垫上训练均可以减轻下腰疼痛,改善腰部功能,提高日常生活活动能力;而悬吊组改善下背痛疼痛的长期效果可能优于垫上组.