Kinesio Taping for Balance and Function in Low Back Pain

NCT ID: NCT06945783

Last Updated: 2025-06-26

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

COMPLETED

Clinical Phase

NA

Total Enrollment

35 participants

Study Classification

INTERVENTIONAL

Study Start Date

2025-04-20

Study Completion Date

2025-06-20

Brief Summary

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This study aims to examine the effects of kinesiology taping on balance and functional ability in individuals with nonspecific low back pain. Nonspecific low back pain is a common condition that is not linked to a specific medical cause and is often associated with balance problems, reduced physical function, and psychological challenges. In this study, 35 patients aged between 18 and 65 were included. One group received kinesiology taping along with physiotherapy, while the other group received only physiotherapy.

Detailed Description

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Nonspecific low back pain (NSLBP) is a common musculoskeletal condition that cannot be attributed to a specific pathology. It often leads to limitations in functional activities, impaired balance, and psychological distress, such as depressive symptoms. This study investigates the effects of kinesiology taping on balance and functional outcomes in individuals diagnosed with NSLBP.

The study was conducted on 35 participants aged 18 to 65 years. Participants were randomly assigned to two groups: the intervention group received kinesiology taping in combination with physiotherapy, while the control group received only physiotherapy treatment. Various outcome measures were used to assess the effects of the interventions, including the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for pain intensity, Functional Rating Index (FRI), Modified Oswestry Disability Index (MODI), Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), Nottingham Health Profile (NHP), and the Flamingo Balance Test.

Conditions

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Balance Disorders Low Back Pain

Study Design

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Allocation Method

RANDOMIZED

Intervention Model

PARALLEL

Model Description:

Participants were assigned to either an intervention group receiving kinesiology taping combined with physiotherapy or a control group receiving physiotherapy alone. Both groups were treated in parallel and assessed pre- and post-intervention.
Primary Study Purpose

OTHER

Blinding Strategy

NONE

No masking was applied. Both participants and investigators were aware of the assigned interventions.

Study Groups

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Kinesiology Taping + Physiotherapy

Participants in this group received kinesiology taping applied to the lumbar region in addition to a physiotherapy program that included therapeutic exercises and modalities tailored for nonspecific low back pain. The intervention aimed to improve balance, reduce pain, and enhance functional outcomes.

Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

Kinesiology Taping

Intervention Type DEVICE

Kinesiology taping was applied to the lumbar area of the participants in the intervention group. The taping aimed to improve posture, reduce pain, and enhance balance and functional performance.

Physiotherapy

Intervention Type OTHER

The physiotherapy program included therapeutic exercises and physical modalities (such as stretching, strengthening, and posture training) tailored for individuals with nonspecific low back pain.

Physiotherapy Only

Participants in this group received only the physiotherapy program, which included therapeutic exercises and modalities commonly used in the treatment of nonspecific low back pain. No kinesiology taping was applied in this group.

Group Type ACTIVE_COMPARATOR

Physiotherapy

Intervention Type OTHER

The physiotherapy program included therapeutic exercises and physical modalities (such as stretching, strengthening, and posture training) tailored for individuals with nonspecific low back pain.

Interventions

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Kinesiology Taping

Kinesiology taping was applied to the lumbar area of the participants in the intervention group. The taping aimed to improve posture, reduce pain, and enhance balance and functional performance.

Intervention Type DEVICE

Physiotherapy

The physiotherapy program included therapeutic exercises and physical modalities (such as stretching, strengthening, and posture training) tailored for individuals with nonspecific low back pain.

Intervention Type OTHER

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Patients aged between 18 and 65 years
* Diagnosis of nonspecific low back pain
* Duration of low back pain longer than 6 weeks
* Ability to attend an outpatient physiotherapy program

Exclusion Criteria

* History of spinal surgery
* Presence of neurological deficits on physical examination
* Contraindication to kinesiology taping
* Pregnancy
* Cardiovascular or pulmonary diseases that contraindicate exercise
* History of lower extremity surgery
Minimum Eligible Age

18 Years

Maximum Eligible Age

65 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Sponsors

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Elif Dilara Durmaz

OTHER

Sponsor Role lead

Responsible Party

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Elif Dilara Durmaz

invenstigator

Responsibility Role SPONSOR_INVESTIGATOR

Locations

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Istinye Universyt

Istanbul, , Turkey (Türkiye)

Site Status

Countries

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Turkey (Türkiye)

Other Identifiers

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ISU_NSLBP_KT_2025

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id

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