The immediate and delayed effects of Kinesio Taping on quadricep muscle strength

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Walker, Samantha
Date
2015Type
Thesis
Publisher
Cardiff Metropolitan University
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Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate both the immediate and delayed
effects of kinesiology tape during maximal concentric and eccentric isokinetic exercise.
Methodology: 16 healthy adults (8 male and 8 female, with a mean age, bodyweight and
height of 21.8 years, 73.83 kg and 170.21 cm) were recruited to take part in the study.
Three diverse testing conditions were carried out (No tape, 10 minutes and 24 hours after
tape application. Participants performed 3 concentric-eccentric maximal repetitions
following a three minute warm up and a three rep familiarisation of the test.
Results: The results indicated that the application of KT may improve muscular strength
following the application of KT. Significant differences were observed during eccentric
peak torque (> p = 0.05), conversely pairwise comparisons showed no significant
relationship between the three taping conditions.
Conclusion: There are several limitations and methodical issues, which need to be
addressed in order to develop a better understanding and knowledge with regards to KT
application. The current research could be the first step when using KT for the treatment
and ** such as strengthening weak muscles particular during activities that require
eccentric activation.