Original Research Article
Year: 2022 | Month: January | Volume: 12 | Issue: 1 | Pages: 28-35
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20220105
Effect of Ankle Kinesio Taping on Dynamic Balance in Stroke Patients- A Pilot Study
Megha Mohandas1, Rutika Patil2, Ajay Kumar3
1B.P.Th DPO’s NETT College of Physiotherapy, Thane, India.
2M.P.Th Assistant Professor, DPO’S NETT College of Physiotherapy, Thane.
3Principal, DPO’s NETT College of Physiotherapy, Thane.
Corresponding Author: Megha Mohandas
ABSTRACT
Background: Stroke causes partial brain loss, which leads to a functional abnormality of the brain, which produces a variety of symptoms the most prevalent of which is balance affection. Kinesio tape is a thin, light and elastic material which does not immobilize the joint and allows for free movement irrespective of the tape. It serves to facilitate or inhibit the muscle as needed and provides joint stability which will help improve balance function. It is also used to reduce pain, which is a typical complaint in stroke patients.
Objective: To assess for immediate and post effects of kinesio tape in stroke patients using Berg Balance Scale and 10 Meter walk test.
Method: A total of 15 participants were chosen based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. Before application of kinesio tape, the Berg balance scale and a 10-meter walk test were performed and recorded. Following the application, the subjects were reassessed, and the outcomes of the 5-day follow-up were recorded. These scores were statistically analyzed.
Result: The statistical analysis showed that there is a significant increase in the dynamic balance function post kinesio tape application. An average increase of 5 scores in BBS was noted and average improvement of 5.70 seconds in 10MWT.
Conclusion: This study concludes that there is a significant improvement on dynamic balance after application of kinesio tape in stroke patients.
Key words: Stroke, kinesio tape, dynamic balance.