Effects of Kinesio Taping on Balance and Ankle Proprioception
Official title: The Effect of Different Kinesio Tape Applications on Balance and Ankle Joint Position Sensation: A Randomised Controlled Study
Run by University of Beykent · NCT06832111 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests how different kinesio taping techniques can improve balance and body awareness in healthy young adults to help prevent ankle injuries.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 25 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Beykent Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul, Büyükçekmece) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | January 1, 2025 |
| Main results expected | March 24, 2025 |
| Study ends | April 1, 2025 |
| Registry record updated | February 18, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06832111 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are healthy young adults aged 18-25 with no history of ankle injuries or chronic health conditions.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with a history of lower extremity injuries or chronic health conditions may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study investigates how different kinesio taping techniques affect balance and proprioception in healthy young adults aged 18-25. By applying various kinesio taping methods, the research aims to assess changes in joint position sense and postural stability, which are crucial for preventing ankle injuries. The study focuses on understanding the role of kinesio taping in enhancing proprioception before injuries occur, potentially leading to improved rehabilitation strategies and injury prevention methods.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance injury prevention strategies for athletes and active individuals by improving balance and proprioception.
How similar studies have gone: While kinesio taping has been studied in injured populations, this approach focusing on healthy individuals is relatively novel and less explored.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age: Participants must be between 18-25 years old. * General Health: Participants must be generally healthy individuals, with no previously diagnosed chronic health conditions, musculoskeletal disorders, or history of injuries. * Ankle Health: No ankle injuries or surgical interventions in the past six months. * Informed Consent: Participants must voluntarily agree to participate and sign the informed consent form. Exclusion Criteria: * History of Injuries: Any lower extremity injury (ankle or knee) within the past year. * Neurological Disorders: Any neurological condition that may affect balance or proprioception. * Other Health Conditions: Presence of chronic diseases such as rheumatic diseases, diabetes, or musculoskeletal disorders that could impact the study outcomes.
Where it's running
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Istanbul Beykent University Physiotherapy Lab.
Istanbul, Büyükçekmece, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Yasemin ŞAHBAZ — Istanbul Beykent University
- Study coordinator: Yasemin Şahbaz
- Email: yaseminsahbaz@beykent.edu.tr
- Phone: 05455649695
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.