NCT06683196

The Effects of Scapular Taping Techniques on Grip Strength and Hand Function

• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 59 (actual)
• Sponsor: Zonguldak Bulent Ecevit University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 18 Years – 25 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Accepted

Summary

This study aims to investigate the effects of different types of taping applied to the scapular region on grip strength and hand function.

Detailed description

Disorders in the alignment of the scapula can lead to mechanical disorders in the proximal. This can lead to a decrease in proximal stability and a negative effect on force production in the distal. Kinesio tape can stimulate mechanoreceptors through the skin with applied tension, create positional awareness, improve fascia alignment and reduce edema. It is also used to lift soft tissues in areas with pain and inflammation or to limit and increase movement. Rigid taping is performed using non-elastic material and is preferred to increase stabilization and prevent injuries . There are also studies showing that rigid tape increases sensorimotor and proprioceptive senses ). In a study it was shown that kinesio taping applied to the scapular region improved upper extremity function. In a studyi, it was found that taping improved function in those with lumbar radiculopathy and that elastic taping was more effective than rigid taping. Although there are studies comparing kinesio taping and rigid taping on shoulder joint range of motion and muscle strength, there is no study examining the effects of different tapings applied to the scapular region on grip strength and hand function. In addition, the positive effects of shoulder stabilization exercises on hand skills and grip strength have been shown in the literature. Studies examining taping and hand functions have generally focused on the forearm and finger areas. The relationship between interventions in the scapular region and grip strength and function has not been sufficiently investigated in the literature, and filling this gap is important for functional rehabilitation. Previous studies have indicated that taping is effective in injuries affecting the scapular region and upper extremity. This study will examine the effects of different types of taping applied to the scapular region on grip strength and hand function.

Conditions

• Grip Strength
• Hand Function

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
OTHER	Kinesio Taping	3 types of taping (kinesiotape, rigid tape and placebo tape) applied to all participants.
OTHER	Rigid Taping	3 types of taping (kinesiotape, rigid tape and placebo tape) applied to all participants.

Timeline

• Start date: 2024-12-01
• Primary completion: 2025-02-05
• Completion: 2025-02-12
• First posted: 2024-11-12
• Last updated: 2025-02-13

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Turkey (Türkiye)