The Effect of Kinesiotaping on Posture and Balance in Patients With Postural Thoracic Hyperkyphosis
This study examines whether kinesiotaping (special therapeutic tape applied to the skin) combined with exercise can improve excessive forward curvature of the upper back in young adults. Researchers will measure changes in the angle of the spine and how the taping affects posture and balance.
Key Objective: The trial tests whether kinesiotaping can reduce excessive upper back curvature and improve posture and balance in young adults.
Who to Consider: Young adults aged 18-45 with significant upper back curvature (kyphosis angle of 40 degrees or more) who are interested in non-surgical treatment options should consider enrolling.
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
The primary aim of our research is to evaluate the positive effects of exercise and kinesiotaping on the thoracic kyphosis angle in young adults between the ages of 18-45 with a thoracic kyphosis angle of 40 degrees and above. Secondary aims are to investigate the effects of kinesiotaping on dynamic and static balance, pain, and quality of life in patients with thoracic hyperkyphosis.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Being between the ages of 18-45 * Among the patients who applied to the physical medicine and rehabilitation outpatient clinic with poor posture or nonspecific back pain, the kyphosis angle was measured as ≥ 40 on the thoracic lateral radiograph * Being literate * Agreeing to participate in the research Exclusion Criteria: * Patients younger than 18 years and older than 45 years * Spinal deformity, Scheuermann disease, disc herniation * Previous spine surgery and trauma * Neuromuscular, peripheral neuropathic disease * Pregnant and postmenopausal women * Vertigo disease (central or peripheral cause) * Use of medication that may cause dizziness (in the last 3 months) * Defect of vision * Presence of physical deformity or additional disease that will prevent exercise * Active skin disease in the area where tape will be applied