Kinesiology tape mediates soccer-simulated and local peroneal fatigue in soccer players

To investigate the efficacy of kinesiology taping in mediating the influence of fatigue on ankle sprain risk, 12 male soccer players completed single-leg dynamic balance trials pre- and post-exercise (soccer-specific protocol, isokinetic ankle inversion/eversion protocol) in each of three counter-balanced taping conditions (no tape, zinc oxide tape ZO, kinesiology tape KT). Balance was quantified as the overall stability index (OSI) and directional stability indices of platform deflection. Soccer-specific fatigue only increased OSI in the no tape condition (p = 0.03), with ZO and KT trials negating a fatigue affect. Localized fatigue increased OSI in the no tape (p = 0.01) and ZO (p = 0.05) trials, with no increase in the KT trial. A similar pattern was observed in medio-lateral and anterio-posterior balance indices. KT mediates soccer-simulated and local peroneal fatigue, with practical implications for epidemiological observations of increased injury risk during the latter stages of match play.     

针灸、超短波联合肌内效贴治疗慢性踝关节扭伤的临床疗效观察

目的：探讨针灸、超短波联合肌内效贴治疗慢性踝关节扭伤的疗效,以供临床参考。方法80例慢性踝关节扭伤患者随机分为对照组和治疗组,对照组采用针灸、超短波治疗,治疗组在针灸、超短波基础上加入肌内效贴治疗,以7 d为一个疗程,连续治疗2个疗程,共14 d,观察两组患者的临床疗效。治疗前后采用视觉模拟评分法(VAS)、《实用骨伤科手册》进行评定。结果两组患者VAS评分和治疗有效率均改善,治疗组较对照组改善更明显(P<0.01)。结论运用针灸、超短波联合肌内效贴治疗慢性踝关节扭伤能更有效缓解疼痛,改善踝关节功能。     

The late effect of Kinesio Taping® on handgrip strength

Kinesio Taping^® elastic tape is increasingly used in physiotherapy treatment. However, there is a lack of scientific research regarding the late effects of its use. This study quantified the late effects of applying the Kinesio Taping^® elastic tape by measuring changes in handgrip muscle strength after 24, 48 and 72 h of application. The Kinesio Taping^® elastic tape was applied on the dominant and non-dominant limbs of 36 volunteers randomly assigned to three groups: muscle facilitation, muscle inhibition and control group. The statistical test showed there was a statistically significant difference among all groups of dominant limb and non-dominant limb. However, the analysis on intragroup relationship to periods of application (Initial, 24, 48 and 72 h) and the interaction among repeated measures showed there was no statistically significant difference. This result may contribute to the investigation of the late effects of the Kinesio Taping^® elastic tape on the physical rehabilitation.     

Effect of dynamic tape on postural sway in individuals with chronic ankle instability

ObjectiveTo examine the effects of dynamic tape on balance control in subjects with chronic ankle instability (CAI).MethodsThis two group experimental pre- and post-treatment design included 18 individuals with CAI and 18 controls. The single-limb stance test with eyes open and closed, standing on a force plate (Accusway Plus; AMTI) for 30 s, was conducted before, 10 min (T1) and 24 h (T24) after a dynamic tape application over the gastrocnemius muscle. Outcome measurements were: mean sway velocity, sway area (circular area), and standard deviation of the body center of pressure path length in both mediolateral and anteroposterior directions. Individuals with poor (unable to perform a single leg test for at least 30 s, eyes closed) vs. good postural stability, were also compared.ResultsIn both groups, a repeated analysis of variance demonstrated a significant time main effect on sway velocity (F = 14.95; p < 0.001) and path length (F = 14.95; p < 0.001) during eyes closed. Post-hoc analysis revealed a significant decrease in T1 values compared to baseline. When comparing individuals with poor vs good stability amongst the CAI group, a statistically significant interaction was observed between group, time on sway velocity and path length (F = 3.92; p < 0.05) during eyes closed. In the poor postural group, most T1 values were significantly lower than baseline.ConclusionsDynamic tape when applied to posterior calf muscles, enhanced balance control with no difference between CAI individuals and controls. The contribution of the tape was greater in those with poor postural stability.     

The effect of the Kinesio Tape on the muscle power performance of elite weightlifters

IntroductionTo investigate the effect of the Kinesio Tape on the muscle power of the elite weightlifters.MethodsA randomized controlled trial, single blind. Forty-two male weightlifters were randomly assigned to the experimental Kinesio Tape and sham Kinesio Tape groups of the study. The participants then performed a single leg vertical jump and a single leg horizontal jump with three attempts of each to obtain the measurement of muscle power. Outcome measures were included single-leg vertical countermovement jump, estimated peak power, and single-leg horizontal countermovement jump.ResultSignificant effect of Kinesio Tape on horizontal jumps distance among the weightlifters in the experimental group (p = 0.002). The study showed that the vertical jump height (p = 0.433), estimated peak power (p = 0.542) and horizontal jump distance (p = 0.841) measurements did not improve significantly between the groups at level p = 0.05.ConclusionThere is a small and better improvement noticed on the outcome measurements after Kinesio Tape application, which may be considered clinical importance for the sport. However, there was no statistically significant effect of Kinesio Tape between the groups.     

Does scapular corrective taping alter periscapular muscle activity and 3-dimensional scapular kinematics? A systematic review

Study DesignThis is a systematic review.IntroductionScapular taping is widely used in the management of scapular dysfunction. However, its effects on the scapular kinematics and the electromyography (EMG) activity of the periscapular muscles are not clear.Purpose of the StudyThe purpose of the study was to systematically review the current literature to examine whether scapular corrective taping alters the EMG activity of the periscapular muscles and the 3-dimensional scapular kinematics.MethodMEDLINE and Web of Science databases were searched using specific mesh terms up to April 2018. A hand search was also conducted on the reference list of the included articles. A total of 157 studies were identified, and they were further analyzed for the eligibility to the systematic review. Studies that investigated the effects of scapular corrective taping on the EMG activity of the periscapular muscles and on the 3-dimensional scapular kinematics on patients with shoulder problems or asymptomatic subjects were eligible for the systematic review. The Cochrane Effective Practice and Organization of Care criteria were modified and used for the risk-of-bias assessment.ResultsEleven articles met the inclusion criteria and were included in the systematic review. Five studies investigated the effects of corrective taping on the scapular kinematics and 8 studies reported the effects of corrective taping on the EMG activity of the periscapular muscles. There was an agreement among the studies that scapular upward rotation is increased with the corrective taping, while there are inconsistent results concerning the scapular external rotation and posterior tilt. In addition, studies mostly reported that corrective taping decreases the activity of the upper trapezius, while it has conflicting effects on the activity patterns of other periscapular muscles.DiscussionScapular corrective taping was found to increase the scapular upward rotation; however, its effects on scapular external rotation and posterior tilt are controversial. It was also found that corrective taping might decrease the EMG activity of the upper trapezius, while it had no effects on the activity of lower trapezius, and its effects on other periscapular muscles were controversial.ConclusionThe results of the studies indicated that scapular corrective taping might alter the 3-dimensional scapular kinematics, while there are controversies about the effects of corrective taping on the EMG activity of the periscapular muscles. Further studies are needed to clarify the conflicts.     

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。     

躯干控制训练联合肌内效贴对卒中后偏瘫患者躯干及平衡功能的临床疗效

目的：探讨躯干控制训练联合肌内效贴对卒中后偏瘫患者躯干核心稳定性及平衡功能的临床疗效。方法：脑卒中偏瘫患者90例随机分为常规康复组、躯干训练组和联合组各30例,3组均接受常规康复治疗,躯干训练组在常规康复治疗基础上加入躯干控制训练,联合治疗组在躯干控制训练的同时辅以肌内效贴。治疗前后使用躯干功能障碍量表（TIS）作为主要结局指标对患者躯干功能进行评估,次要结局指标的平衡、移动能力和功能独立性分别采用Berg平衡量表（BBS）、改良Rivermead指数（MRMI）和改良Barthel指数(MBI)进行评估。结果：治疗4周后,3组TIS、BBS、MRMI、MBI评分均提高(P<0.01)。3组间比较,躯干训练组和联合治疗组所有结局指标评分显著优于常规治疗组(P<0.05),其中联合治疗组又优于躯干训练组(P<0.05)。结论：与常规康复训练相比,躯干控制训练可进一步提高卒中后偏瘫患者躯干及平衡功能,联合使用肌内效贴可增加其临床疗效。     

肌内效贴配合振动疗法对老年膝骨性关节炎患者疗效观察

目的 探讨肌内效贴配合振动疗法改善老年膝骨性关节炎患者下肢反应时及关节屈伸肌群峰力矩的临床疗效.方法 入选患者随机分为肌内效贴配合振动疗法＋常规局部理疗组（治疗组）及常规局部理疗组（对照组）各20例.在入选时及4w治疗结束时对两组患者的下肢反应时（choice stepping reaction time,CSRT）及下肢关节膝屈伸肌群等速向心峰力矩（peak torque,PT）,同时了解治疗的过敏性与安全性情况.结果 （1）患者的一般基线情况具有可比性,治疗前各项评分两组组间没有明显差异;（2）治疗前后组间比较患者向前、向后的CRST比较均有显著性差异（P＜0.01）;（3）治疗前后组间比较患者的屈、伸肌群PT有显著性差异（P＜0.05）;（4）治疗组组内前后CSRT及PT比较具有显著性差异（P＜0.01）,而对照组无明显差异（P＞0.05）.结论 肌内效贴配合振动疗法可改善老年膝骨性关节炎患者下肢反应时与下肢力量.     

肌内效贴联合电针治疗Ⅰ型肩峰撞击综合征

目的:探讨肌内效贴联合电针治疗Ⅰ型肩峰撞击综合征的临床疗效。方法:2019年1月至2021年6月,选取收治的82例Ⅰ型肩峰撞击综合征患者,分成治疗组和对照组。治疗组41例,女18例,男23例;年龄20~52(39.31±5.80)岁;左侧12例,右侧29例;病程3.2~35.4个月;采用肌内效贴配合电针治疗。对照组41例,男22例,女19例;年龄19~53(40.67±6.13)岁;左侧11例,右侧30例;病程3.0~36.0个月;采用单纯电针治疗。两组患者均采用电针治疗,3次/周,连续性治疗3周。治疗组每次电针治疗后,立即贴扎肌贴并保留2 d,分别于治疗前,治疗后即刻,以及治疗后1、3、8周后采用肩关节 Constant-Murley 评分,疼痛视觉模拟评分(visual analogue scale,VAS),以及肩关节活动度对治疗效果进行评估。结果:治疗组1例在治疗1周后因对肌贴胶布过敏拒绝治疗,对照组1例在治疗1周后因对金属针过敏而拒绝治疗,其余80例完成全部治疗及随访。治疗后即刻,以及治疗后1、3、8周后治疗组VAS评分分别为(2.06±1.03)、(2.74±1.66)、(3.28±1.04)、(3.90±0.12)分,肩关节Constant-Murley 评分分别为(86.41±3.52)、(82.44±3.14)、(80.46±2.54)、(76.97±2.01)分;对照组的VAS评分分别为(3.35±0.41)、(3.08±0.92)、(3.77±0.67)、(3.96±1.04)分,肩关节Constant-Murley 评分分别为(75.82±2.73)、(74.72±1.53)、(73.66±1.53)、(70.68±1.95)分;两组治疗后即刻VAS、Constant-Murley 评分,以及肩关节活动度均优于治疗前(P<0.05),治疗后即刻两组间比较差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。两组治疗后1周VAS、Constant-Murley 评分,以及肩关节活动度均优于治疗前(P<0.05),但VAS两组间比较差异无统计学意义(P>0.05),Constant-Murley 评分以及肩关节活动度两组间比较差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。两组治疗后3、8周VAS、Constant-Murley 评分,以及肩关节活动度均优于治疗前(P<0.05),但两组间比较差异无统计学意义(P>0.05)。结论:对Ⅰ型肩峰撞击综合征采用肌内效贴联合电针治疗,能够减轻局部疼痛,有效改善肩关节功能,患者运动时配合肌贴的保护,运动能力能够得到明显改善,具有良好的即时效应,而且无创伤,患者愿意接受,是一种即时有效的治疗方法。