The Effect of KT on Tissue Parameters

Launched by TOKAT GAZIOSMANPASA UNIVERSITY · Aug 24, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying the effects of kinesio taping on pain and function in patients with myofascial pain, particularly in the upper trapezius muscle, which is often a source of discomfort due to trigger points. Trigger points are sensitive spots in the muscle that can cause pain and other sensations like tingling. The trial will compare two different taping techniques to see which one might help reduce pain and improve function more effectively. All participants will also follow an exercise program to help assess whether the taping provides additional benefits.

To be eligible for this study, participants should be between 18 and 50 years old and have been experiencing pain for more than two weeks, with specific trigger points identified in their upper trapezius muscle. However, individuals with certain conditions, like fibromyalgia, mental health disorders, or recent treatments for myofascial pain, will not be included. The trial is not yet recruiting, but those who join will have the opportunity to contribute to important research that could help improve treatments for myofascial pain.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Patients with a differential diagnosis of myofascial pain syndrome with unilateral or bilateral active trigger points in the upper trapezius muscle will be included in the study. The criteria for trigger point detection are stated in the literature as follows: 1) The muscle has a challenging palpation area (this area is called the taut band) 2) The trigger point with localized sensitivity in the taut band 3) Typical pain when continuous pressure is applied to the trigger point in the taut band. , numbness, tingling, 4) Local twitching response when the taut band is bent horizontally. Other inclusion criteria are: 18-50 years of age, more than two weeks of symptom duration
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Having a diagnosis of fibromyalgia syndrome, diagnosis of psychiatric disorders such as anxiety and depression, radiculopathy symptoms, brachial plexopathy or other nerve entrapments, treatment for myofascial pain syndrome in the last six months, having a malignancy, being pregnant, having an infectious disease, having an inflammatory musculoskeletal system disease have had shoulder or neck surgery