Effects of kinesiotaping on knee osteoarthritis: a literature review

Maryam Abolhasani, Farzin Halabchi, Elahe Afsharnia, Vahideh Moradi, Lee Ingle, Ardalan Shariat, Azadeh Hakakzadeh, Maryam Abolhasani, Farzin Halabchi, Elahe Afsharnia, Vahideh Moradi, Lee Ingle, Ardalan Shariat, Azadeh Hakakzadeh

Abstract

The purpose of this review was to determine the current evidence-base for the efficacy of kinesiotaping in patients with osteoarthritis. Searching was undertaken using MEDLINE, Embase, Scopus, Web of Science, Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro) from 2007 to 2018. The target terms included within our search criteria were "kinesiotape," "osteoarthrites," "knee pain," "adults," and "geriatric." Current findings indicate that kinesiotaping can be considered a useful method for decreasing pain without any side effects in patients with osteoarthritis. The search yielded 1,062 articles and finally seven studies met inclusion criteria. However, there are a limited number of appropriately powered, robustly designed studies. Further research is required to fully understand the short- and longer-term impact of kinesotaping in patients with osteoarthritis.

Keywords: Kinesiotaping; Knee; Osteoarthritis; Rehabilitation.

Conflict of interest statement

CONFLICT OF INTEREST No potential conflict of interest relevant to this article was reported.

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Process of selecting the study. RCT, randomized controlled trial.
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Summary of study. ROM, range of motion.

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