Efficacy of Kinesiology Taping in the rehabilitation of children with low–angle scoliosis
Journal Title: Fizjoterapia Polska - Year 2009, Vol 9, Issue 3
Abstract
Background. There are a number of methods of conservative management of idiopathic scoliosis, including Kinesiology Taping, which utilises elastic tapes to reduce pain or correct joint alignment. The goal of this study was to determine the effect of Kinesio Taping on selected parameters in children with low-angle scoliosis. Material and methods. The subjects were two groups of 22 children each, all diagnosed with low angle scoliosis on the basis of a physical examination and radiographic evidence. The patients from the control group were subjected to a special therapeutic programme. Sessions were held three times a week for 45 minutes for a total of three weeks. During the other 2 days the children exercised at home twice a day. In the experimental group Kinesiology Taping was additionally applied. Spinal mobility, the rounding of the back, the intensity of pain, the degree of muscular tension and the level of activity and regularity of doing the exercises were evaluated in both groups. Results. In the experimental group, Kinesiology Taping had the most marked effect on back rounding, muscular tension and increasing the children’s average level of activity. Pain intensity was reduced initially but later returned to baseline levels (short-lasting effect). According to the parents and the therapist, the children fitted with Kinesio-Tex tapes (experimental group) were better motivated to do the exercises regularly. Conclusions. The results of this preliminary study seem to support the hypothesis that Kinesiology Taping can be a good adjunct to traditional therapy in children with low-angle scoliosis.
Authors and Affiliations
Aneta Bac, Łukasz Stagraczyński, Elżbieta Ciszek, Maciej Górkiewicz, Andrzej Szczygieł
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