Kinesiotape

29 Nov
2018
Kinesiotape, Lumbar Spine & Low Back Pain, Musculoskeletal System, Physical Modalities
By André Broussard, D.C.

Kinesio Taping to generate skin convolutions is not better than sham taping for people with chronic non-specific low back pain: a randomised trial – Full Text Article

J Physiother. 2014 Jun;60(2):90-6. doi: 10.1016/j.jphys.2014.05.003. Epub 2014 Jun 10. Patrícia do Carmo Silva Parreira Abstract Question: For people with chronic low back pain, does Kinesio Taping, applied according to the treatment manual to create skin convolutions, reduce pain and disability more than a simple application without convolutions? Design: Randomised trial with concealed allocation, intention-to-treat analysis and blinded […]

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24 Apr
2015
Comparisons, Kinesiotape, Musculoskeletal System, Physical Modalities, Shoulder Impingement Syndromes
By André Broussard, D.C.

Short-Term Effectiveness of Precut Kinesiology Tape Versus an NSAID as Adjuvant Treatment to Exercise for Subacromial Impingement

Clin J Sport Med. 2015 Apr 24. [Epub ahead of print] Short-Term Effectiveness of Precut Kinesiology Tape Versus an NSAID as Adjuvant Treatment to Exercise for Subacromial Impingement: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Devereaux M, Velanoski KQ, Pennings A, Elmaraghy A. Abstract OBJECTIVE: To compare the short-term effectiveness of precut kinesiology tape (PCT) to a nonsteroidal […]

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16 Jan
2015
Kinesiotape, Musculoskeletal System, Physical Modalities
By André Broussard, D.C.

Kinesio taping in musculoskeletal pain and disability that lasts for more than 4 weeks: is it time to peel off the tape and throw it out with the sweat?

Br J Sports Med. 2015 Jan 16. pii: bjsports-2014-094151. doi: 10.1136/bjsports-2014-094151. [Epub ahead of print] Kinesio taping in musculoskeletal pain and disability that lasts for more than 4 weeks: is it time to peel off the tape and throw it out with the sweat? A systematic review with meta-analysis focused on pain and also methods of […]

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17 Dec
2014
Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Extremities, Extremity Manipulation/Mobilization, Kinesiotape, Knee, Knee Osteoarthritis, Musculoskeletal System, Physical Modalities
By André Broussard, D.C.

Comprehensive Management Of Chronic Knee Pain

Tory McJunkin, MD Pain Medicine News ISSUE: DECEMBER 2014 | VOLUME: 12(12) Knee pain is a very common complaint that can be debilitating when severe. A proper evaluation must begin with a thorough history and physical examination. If the patient is not a surgical candidate, there are several conservative treatment options—such as physical therapy for […]

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20 Nov
2014
Kinesiotape, Lumbar Spine & Low Back Pain, Musculoskeletal System, Physical Modalities, Taping
By André Broussard, D.C.

Effect of Taping on Spinal Pain and Disability

Phys Ther. 2014 Nov 20. [Epub ahead of print] Effect of Taping on Spinal Pain and Disability: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Trials. Vanti C1, Bertozzi L2, Gardenghi I3, Turoni F4, Guccione AA5, Pillastrini P6. Author information Abstract BACKGROUND: Taping is a widely used therapeutic tool for the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, nevertheless its effectiveness is still uncertain. PURPOSE: The […]

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09 Sep
2014
Kinesiotape, Lumbar Spine & Low Back Pain, Musculoskeletal System, Physical Modalities
By André Broussard, D.C.

The effect of kinesio taping in forward bending of the lumbar spine

J Phys Ther Sci. 2014 Sep;26(9):1371-5. doi: 10.1589/jpts.26.1371. Epub 2014 Sep 17. Thiago Vilela Lemos PMID: 25276018 PMCID: PMC4175239 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.26.1371 Free PMC article Abstract [Purpose] The aim of this study was to evaluate the influence of a lumbar fascia Kinesio Taping(®) technique forward bending range of motion. [Subjects and Methods] This was a longitudinal […]

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29 May
2014
Endurance, Kinesiotape, Lumbar Spine & Low Back Pain, Musculoskeletal System, Physical Modalities
By André Broussard, D.C.

Effects of Kinesio® Tape in low back muscle fatigue

Effects of Kinesio® Tape in low back muscle fatigue: randomized, controlled, doubled-blinded clinical trial on healthy subjects. Randomized controlled trial Álvarez-Álvarez S, et al. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2014. Citation J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2014;27(2):203-12. doi: 10.3233/BMR-130437. Abstract BACKGROUND: Muscle fatigue of the trunk extensor musculature plays a considerable role in chronic low back pain (LBP). […]

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12 Feb
2014
Kinesiotape, Lumbar Spine & Low Back Pain, Musculoskeletal System, Physical Modalities, Taping
By André Broussard, D.C.

Elastic Therapeutic Taping for the Lumbar Spine

By Steve Agocs, DC Dynamic Chiropractic – February 15, 2014, Vol. 32, Issue 04 Full Story Elastic therapeutic taping is a therapeutic approach rapidly gaining popularity in the chiropractic profession. It is a natural complement to adjustments and other adjunctive therapies and rehabilitation for common patient conditions such as low back pain. Use of taping […]

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17 Jan
2014
Kinesiotape
By André Broussard, D.C.

The effect of kinesio tape application on hamstring and gastrocnemius muscles in healthy young adults

Dedi Lumbroso, BPT Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies Volume 18, Issue 1 , Pages 130-138, January 2014 Summary Background Scarce evidence exists about effectiveness and mechanisms of action of Kinesio tape (KT) application. Objectives To evaluate the effect of KT application over the gastrocnemius or hamstring on range of motion and peak force. Methods […]

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