The influence of short-term Kinesiology Taping on force-velocity parameters of the rectus abdominis muscle

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Ptak, A. | Konieczny, G.^*; | Stefańska, M.

Affiliations: Department of Physiotherapy, University School of Physical Education, Wrocław, Poland

Correspondence: [*] Corresponding author: Grzegorz Konieczny, Department of Physiotherapy, University School of Physical Education, al. Ignacego Jana Paderewskiego 35, 51-612 Wrocław, Poland. Tel.: +48 71 3 47 30 76; E-mail: gkonieczny@wp.pl

Abstract: Purpose:The purpose of the study was to evaluate the influence of Kinesio-Tex tape on force-velocity parameters (F-V) of the rectus abdominis muscle immediately following application. Methods:The study group selected consisted of 52 women with a BMI below 23 [kg/m2]. The study involved measuring the force-velocity parameters of trunk flexor muscles twice using the Biodex System 3 Pro Set. Analyzed parameters included peak torque [N/m], total work [J], power [W] and percentage ratio of trunk flexor and extensor peak torque. Results:Comparing the results obtained in both tests, for a majority there were no statistically significant differences found in both the study group and control group. Conclusions:1. Short-term Kinesiology Taping on the rectus abdominis muscle does not cause a change in force-velocity parameters of trunk flexors. 2. Isolated application on the rectus abdominis muscle may be insufficient to cause a change in force-velocity parameters following such a short application time.

Keywords: Kinesiology taping, physiotherapy, isokinetics, rectus abdominis muscle

DOI: 10.3233/BMR-130382

Journal: Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, vol. 26, no. 3, pp. 291-297, 2013