Effects Of Kinesio (R) Taping On Dynamic Postural Control Following Fatigue Induction

This study aimed to determine the effects of Kinesio (R) taping (KT) on dynamic postural control following fatigue induction. It is hypothesized that the application of KT limits the effects of fatigue on dynamic postural control. This study used a randomized controlled trial recruited 32 male recreational athletes, randomized to one of the two groups (Group A: KT and fatigue and Group B: KT and no fatigue). Fatigue was induced using the adapted Functional Agility Short Term Fatigue Protocol (FAST-FP). The rectus femoris of quadriceps, biceps femoris of the hamstring and medial gastrocnemius of the dominant leg were taped. The dynamic postural control was assessed pre and post fatigue. A significant interaction was observed between the group and time for the anterior-posterior position (p= 0.03, eta p2= 0.21) while non-significant interaction was observed in the lateral symmetry (p= 0.84, eta p2= 0.001). A significant main effect of time was observed for anterior-posterior position (p> 0.05, eta p2= 0.15) while non-significant for the lateral symmetry (p= 0.65, eta p2= 0.007). For the main effect of the two groups was not significant for the anterior-posterior position (p= 0.42, eta p2= 0.02) and lateral symmetry (p= 0.73, eta p2= 0.004). In conclusion, the diminishing effect of fatigue on the anterior-posterior position was observed. Moreover, KT application does not limit the effects of fatigue on the dynamic postural control.