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Long-Term Effects of Kinesio Tape on Quadriceps Strength in Stroke Patients

This study evaluated the impact of Kinesio Tape (KT) application on isokinetic muscle strength, gait, and functional parameters in stroke patients. Results showed significant improvements in peak torque values on both paretic and nonparetic sides after KT application. However, while isokinetic parameters improved, functional parameters did not show significant differences between the KT and control groups. The study highlights the potential benefits of KT in enhancing muscle strength in stroke patients.

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Long-Term Effects of Kinesio Tape on Quadriceps Strength in Stroke Patients

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  1. Effects of Kinesio Tape application to quadriceps muscles on isokinetic muscle strength, gait, and functional parameters in patients with stroke Timur Ekiz, MD; Meryem Doğan Aslan, MD; Neşe Özgirgin, MD

  2. Aim • Evaluate long-term effects of Kinesio Tape (KT) application to quadriceps muscles on isokinetic muscle strength, gait, and functional parameters in patients with stroke. • Relevance • KT can enhance muscle activation and reeducation by increasing subcutaneous space, enhancing blood flow, and providing tactile stimulation. • Studies of KT in nondisabled subjects and subjects with knee osteoarthritis yield conflicting results. Effects of KT on muscle strength in patients with stroke have not been studied.

  3. Methods • 24 patients with subacute, chronic stroke were allocated into KT and control groups; all subjects participated in conventional rehabilitation program 5 times/wk for 4 wk. • KT was applied to quadriceps muscles bilaterally to the participants in the KT group for 4 wk. • Peak and average isokinetic torque were measured with isokinetic test protocol. • Functional, quality of life, parameters, mobility, and balance parameters were assessed by FIM Motor scale, SS-QLS, TUG, 10MWT, 6MWT, SCT, BBS, and RMI before and after treatment.

  4. Results • Paretic side peak torque (PT) values increased significantly in both groups after treatment. Change levels were significantly higher in KT group. • Nonparetic side PT values increased significantly in both groups. Change levels were more prominent in KT group. • Gait, balance, mobility, quality of life, and functional parameters increased significantly in both groups. Change levels between groups did not reach significance.

  5. Conclusion • KT application to quadriceps muscles in addition to conventional exercises for 4 wk seems to be effective on isokinetic parameters on paretic and nonparetic side but not functional parameters.

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