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Kinesio taping of the deltoid does not reduce fatigue induced deficits in shoulder joint position sense

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Author(s):
Zanca, Gisele G. [1] ; Mattiello, Stela M. [1] ; Karduna, Andrew R. [2]
Total Authors: 3
Affiliation:
[1] Univ Fed Sao Carlos, Dept Phys Therapy, Sao Paulo - Brazil
[2] Univ Oregon, Dept Human Physiol, Eugene, OR 97403 - USA
Total Affiliations: 2
Document type: Journal article
Source: CLINICAL BIOMECHANICS; v. 30, n. 9, p. 903-907, NOV 2015.
Web of Science Citations: 10
Abstract

Background: Muscle fatigue is known to decrease shoulder proprioceptive acuity, potentially contributing to injuries. It has been suggested that Kinesio taping can improve proprioception. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the effects of Kinesio taping on shoulder joint position sense after muscle fatigue. Methods: Twenty-four healthy subjects were evaluated in a randomized, crossover, single-blind study design. Shoulder joint position sense was assessed during active repositioning tests at the target angles of 50, 700 and 900 of arm elevation in scapular plane, in three sessions: control (no taping), Kinesio taping (Kinesio taping applied over the deltoid muscle with tension) and sham (Kinesio taping applied over deltoid without tension). Joint position sense was assessed three times: before taping; following taping application or rest, in the control session; and following a fatigue protocol. The constant error (repositioned angle-target angle) was considered for statistical analysis, using a 3-way repeated-measure ANOVA (within subject factors: taping, time and target angle). Findings: There was no interaction or main effect involving taping. An interaction between time and angle was found and the simple effect showed that the constant error increased following fatigue at 70 and 90, but not at 50. Interpretation: The results of this study does not support the use of Kinesio taping applied over the deltoid muscle for compensating or preventing shoulder joint position sense deficits caused by muscle fatigue of shoulder abductors. (C) 2015 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. (AU)

FAPESP's process: 13/14081-2 - Effects of muscle fatigue and Kinesio Taping on shoulder joint position sense
Grantee:Gisele Garcia Zanca
Support Opportunities: Scholarships abroad - Research Internship - Doctorate