THE EFFECT OF KINESIOTAPING ON ISOKINETIC KNEE STRENGTH DURING LONG TERM VOLLEYBALL TRAINING PROGRAM
Abstract
Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate whether taping the quadriceps muscle using the KinesioTex facilitation technique affected isokinetic strength during an 8-week training program.
Methods: 20 female volunteer volleyball players aged 15–19 were divided into two groups; taping and control group. Isokinetic muscular strength was measured three times: before taping (1st measurement), 45 minutes after the first taping (2nd measurement) and after an 8-week taping process (3rd measurement).
Results: No significant differences were found between taping and control groups in isokinetic strength of Quadriceps (p>0.05). No significant variations were seen in peak torque and total work values before taping and after the 8-week taping process (p>0.05).
Discussion: In conclusion, it can be seen that long-term taping for healthy individuals does not cause any increase in muscle strength. The reason why no significant results are observed in other parameters may be that Kinesio® taping does not give sufficient tactile stimulus to cause increase in strength of healthy individuals; or that the facilitation technique suggested for Quadriceps muscle is insufficient, on its own, to stimulate the muscle.
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References
- 1. Kase K. Illustrated kinesio-taping. 2nd ed. Tokyo, Japan: Ken’i-kai Information. 1994.
Details
Primary Language
Turkish
Subjects
Health Care Administration
Journal Section
Research Article
Publication Date
December 15, 2016
Submission Date
February 18, 2016
Acceptance Date
November 15, 2016
Published in Issue
Year 2016 Volume: 27 Number: 3
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