Effects of Kinesio Taping on Plantar Fascia and Ankle Function (KT-PF)
27 août 2026 mis à jour par: Yasemin Şahbaz, University of Beykent
The Effects of Different Kinesio Taping Techniques on Plantar Fascia Stiffness, Balance, and Ankle Joint Position Sense in Healthy Young Adults
This randomized controlled study aimed to compare the short-term effects of three different kinesio taping techniques on plantar fascia elasticity, dynamic balance, and ankle joint position sense in healthy young adults.
A total of 120 participants aged 18-25 years were randomly assigned to facilitation kinesio taping, ankle stabilization taping, or sham taping groups.
Plantar fascia mechanical properties were assessed using MyotonPRO, dynamic balance was evaluated with the modified Star Excursion Balance Test (mSEBT), and joint position sense was measured using the active angle reproduction method.
Outcomes were assessed at baseline, 24 hours, and 48 hours after tape application.
Aperçu de l'étude
Statut
Complété
Les conditions
Intervention / Traitement
Description détaillée
Kinesio taping is commonly used to improve neuromuscular control, proprioception, and lower-extremity biomechanics. However, the comparative effects of different kinesio taping techniques on plantar fascia mechanical behavior and functional performance remain unclear. This study was designed as a prospective randomized controlled trial to investigate the effects of facilitation kinesio taping, ankle stabilization taping, and sham taping on plantar fascia elasticity, dynamic balance, and ankle joint position sense.
A total of 120 healthy young adults between the ages of 18 and 25 years participated in the study. Participants were randomly allocated into three intervention groups. Group 1 received facilitation kinesio taping, Group 2 received ankle stabilization taping, and Group 3 received sham taping. Plantar fascia viscoelastic properties including frequency, stiffness, relaxation time, and creep were evaluated using the MyotonPRO device. Dynamic balance performance was assessed using the modified Star Excursion Balance Test (mSEBT), and ankle joint position sense was evaluated using the active angle reproduction method with the Dr.Goniometer application.
Measurements were performed at baseline, 24 hours, and 48 hours after tape application. The primary objective of the study was to determine whether different kinesio taping methods produce different short-term effects on plantar fascia elasticity and lower-extremity function.
Type d'étude
Interventionnel
Inscription (Réel)
134
Phase
- N'est pas applicable
Contacts et emplacements
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Lieux d'étude
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Beylikduzu
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Istanbul, Beylikduzu, Turquie (Türkiye), 34520
- Istanbul Aydin University
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Critères de participation
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Critère d'éligibilité
Âges éligibles pour étudier
- Adulte
Accepte les volontaires sains
Oui
La description
Inclusion Criteria:
- Healthy young adults aged 18-25 years
- No history of lower extremity injury affecting ankle function
- Full, pain-free ankle range of motion in all directions
Exclusion Criteria:
- History of ankle dislocation or fracture within the previous year
- Previous foot or ankle surgery
- Pain during ankle movements
- Open wounds or skin allergy preventing kinesio taping application
- Psychiatric disorders or cognitive impairment affecting participation
Plan d'étude
Cette section fournit des détails sur le plan d'étude, y compris la façon dont l'étude est conçue et ce que l'étude mesure.
Comment l'étude est-elle conçue ?
Détails de conception
- Objectif principal: Traitement
- Répartition: Randomisé
- Modèle interventionnel: Affectation parallèle
- Masquage: Seul
Armes et Interventions
Groupe de participants / Bras |
Intervention / Traitement |
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Expérimental: Facilitation KT Group
Participants received facilitation kinesio taping applied to the plantar fascia.
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Facilitation kinesio taping was applied to support plantar fascia function.
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Expérimental: Ankle Stabilization KT Group
Participants received ankle stabilization kinesio taping intervention.
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Ankle stabilization taping was applied to improve ankle stability and proprioceptive control.
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Comparateur factice: Sham Taping Group
Participants received sham taping without therapeutic tension or corrective technique.
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Sham taping was applied without therapeutic tension or corrective technique.
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Que mesure l'étude ?
Principaux critères de jugement
Mesure des résultats |
Description de la mesure |
Délai |
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Change in plantar fascia frequency measured by MyotonPRO
Délai: Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Plantar fascia frequency will be assessed using the MyotonPRO device.
The measurement evaluates the oscillation frequency of the plantar fascia tissue following mechanical impulse application.
Measurements will be performed at baseline, 24 hours, and 48 hours after kinesio taping intervention.
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Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Change in plantar fascia stiffness measured by MyotonPRO
Délai: Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Plantar fascia stiffness(N/m) will be assessed using the MyotonPRO device.
The measurement represents the resistance of plantar fascia tissue to external mechanical deformation.
Measurements will be performed at baseline, 24 hours, and 48 hours after kinesio taping intervention.
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Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Change in plantar fascia decrement measured by MyotonPRO
Délai: Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Plantar fascia decrement will be assessed using the MyotonPRO device.
Decrement represents the mechanical damping characteristics and elasticity of the plantar fascia tissue.
Measurements will be performed at baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention.
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Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Change in plantar fascia relaxation time measured by MyotonPRO
Délai: Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Plantar fascia relaxation(ms) time will be assessed using the MyotonPRO device.
Relaxation time represents the time required for the tissue to return toward its baseline mechanical state after mechanical deformation.
Measurements will be performed at baseline, 24 hours, and 48 hours after kinesio taping intervention.
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Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Change in plantar fascia creep measured by MyotonPRO
Délai: Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Plantar fascia creep(De) will be assessed using the MyotonPRO device.
Creep represents the gradual deformation behavior of plantar fascia tissue under mechanical loading.
Measurements will be performed at baseline, 24 hours, and 48 hours after kinesio taping intervention.
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Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Mesures de résultats secondaires
Mesure des résultats |
Description de la mesure |
Délai |
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Change in anterior reach distance measured by modified Star Excursion Balance Test
Délai: Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Dynamic balance performance will be assessed using the anterior reach direction of the modified Star Excursion Balance Test (mSEBT).
Reach distance will be normalized to limb length and reported as a percentage.
Measurements will be performed at baseline, 24 hours, and 48 hours after kinesio taping intervention.
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Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Change in posteromedial reach distance measured by modified Star Excursion Balance Test
Délai: Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Dynamic balance performance will be assessed using the posteromedial reach direction of the modified Star Excursion Balance Test (mSEBT).
Reach distance will be normalized to limb length and reported as a percentage.
Measurements will be performed at baseline, 24 hours, and 48 hours after kinesio taping intervention.
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Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Change in posterolateral reach distance measured by modified Star Excursion Balance Test
Délai: Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Dynamic balance performance will be assessed using the posterolateral reach direction of the modified Star Excursion Balance Test (mSEBT).
Reach distance will be normalized to limb length and reported as a percentage.
Measurements will be performed at baseline, 24 hours, and 48 hours after kinesio taping intervention.
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Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Change in composite score of modified Star Excursion Balance Test
Délai: Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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The composite score of dynamic balance performance will be calculated from anterior, posteromedial, and posterolateral reach distances obtained during the modified Star Excursion Balance Test.
The composite score will be normalized to limb length and reported as a percentage.
Measurements will be performed at baseline, 24 hours, and 48 hours after kinesio taping intervention.
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Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Change in ankle joint position sense accuracy measured by active angle reproduction method
Délai: Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Ankle joint position sense will be assessed using the active angle reproduction method with the Dr.Goniometer application.
Participants will reproduce target ankle positions of 5 degrees plantar flexion and 5 degrees dorsiflexion.
The absolute difference between the target angle and reproduced angle will be recorded as angular error.
Measurements will be performed at baseline, 24 hours, and 48 hours after kinesio taping intervention.
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Baseline, 24 hours after intervention, and 48 hours after intervention
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Collaborateurs et enquêteurs
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Parrainer
Les enquêteurs
- Chercheur principal: Yasemin Şahbaz, Asst Prof, Istanbul Beykent University
- Chercheur principal: Demet Biçki, Asst Prof, Istanbul Aydın University
- Chercheur principal: Ertuğrul Safren, Asst Prof, Independent Researcher
Publications et liens utiles
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Publications générales
- Hosseini R. Effects of Different Kinesio Taping Methods on Plantar Fascia Elasticity, Balance, Vertical Jump Performance, Ankle Function, and Joint Position Sense. Master's Thesis. Istanbul Aydin University, Graduate Education Institute, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, 2025.
Dates d'enregistrement des études
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Dates principales de l'étude
Début de l'étude (Réel)
1 août 2025
Achèvement primaire (Réel)
30 septembre 2025
Achèvement de l'étude (Réel)
30 septembre 2025
Dates d'inscription aux études
Première soumission
26 juin 2026
Première soumission répondant aux critères de contrôle qualité
11 juillet 2026
Première publication (Réel)
15 juillet 2026
Mises à jour des dossiers d'étude
Dernière mise à jour publiée (Réel)
1 septembre 2026
Dernière mise à jour soumise répondant aux critères de contrôle qualité
27 août 2026
Dernière vérification
1 août 2026
Plus d'information
Termes liés à cette étude
Autres numéros d'identification d'étude
- KT-PF-2025-IST-01
- IAU-ETHICS-116-2025 (Autre identifiant: Istanbul Aydin University)
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