Kinesio taping to help breathing and sleep in people with obesity

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This interventional trial enrolls adults aged 18–70 who are overweight or have class 1–2 obesity and can follow instructions in Turkish. Participants will receive kinesio taping and practice diaphragmatic breathing exercises, with measurements taken of respiratory function and sleep-related outcomes. People with acute or chronic pulmonary disease, uncontrolled chronic illness, or a tape allergy are excluded. The protocol aims to see if a noninvasive, low-risk physical intervention can change lung mechanics and sleep measures in this population.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Being between 18 and 70 years of age
* Being overweight or classified as class 1 or class 2 obese based on BMI
* Having the ability to follow instructions and participate in study procedures
* Being able to speak and understand Turkish

Exclusion Criteria:

* Having an acute or chronic pulmonary or respiratory disease
* Having an uncontrolled chronic illness
* Having an allergic reaction to kinesiology tape
* Refusing to participate in the study

Where it's running

• Istınye University, Istanbul,
  Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Elif Kabasakal, MSc
• Email: elif.kabasakal@istinye.edu.tr
• Phone: 05347093738

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.