NCT07888790 Kinesio Taping in Young Adults With Thoracic Hyperkyphosis
| NCT ID | NCT07888790 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Istinye University |
| Condition | Thoracic Hyperkyphosis |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 40 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-10-20 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-12-15 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 40 participants in total. It began in 2026-10-20 with a primary completion date of 2026-12-15.
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Brief Summary
Thoracic hyperkyphosis is a postural disorder characterized by excessive thoracic curvature exceeding 40°, which may negatively affect proprioception, postural alignment, and muscle mechanical properties. Kinesiology taping (KT) has been proposed as a non-invasive intervention to improve postural control and proprioceptive feedback through cutaneous mechanoreceptor stimulation. However, evidence regarding its immediate effects on thoracic proprioception and muscle mechanical properties in young adults with thoracic hyperkyphosis remains limited. This sham-controlled randomized clinical trial aims to investigate the immediate effects of kinesiology taping on thoracic joint position sense, postural alignment, and muscle mechanical properties in young adults with thoracic hyperkyphosis. Muscle tone, stiffness, and elasticity will be assessed using MyotonPRO, alongside measurements of thoracic proprioception and postural alignment. The study will compare kinesiology taping with sham taping to determine whether kinesiology taping produces greater immediate improvements in these outcomes. The findings are expected to provide further evidence regarding the short-term sensorimotor and biomechanical effects of kinesiology taping in individuals with thoracic hyperkyphosis.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Thoracic kyphosis angle (Cobb) on lateral radiograph: ≥40˚ - \<70˚ * Young adults aged 18-35 * Volunteering to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals with congenital or rigid deformities/anomalies in the spinal region * Individuals who have undergone major surgery or trauma related to the musculoskeletal system, particularly the spinal region * Individuals who have received physiotherapeutic intervention in the spinal region within the last 6 months * Individuals who use a corset * Body Mass Index (BMI) ≥ 30 * Those who have difficulty understanding the given commands * Those with systemic diseases (Diabetes, hypothyroidism, infection, malignancy...) * Those with neurological diseases * Those with rheumatic diseases in the active phase * Allergy to the tape material * Pregnancy
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07888790 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 35 Years, studying Thoracic Hyperkyphosis. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07888790 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07888790 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at kubrakoce@gmail.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07888790 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT07888790 clinical trial?
NCT07888790 is sponsored by Istinye University. The trial plans to enroll 40 participants.