Journal of Rehabilitation Sciences & Research

The Effect of Combined Fibular Reposition and Facilitatory Fibularis Longus Taping on Balance in Patients with Chronic Ankle Instability: A randomized clinical trial

Katayoon Rezaei; Shohreh Taghizadeh; Amir Nejati; farahnaz emami

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 12 August 2023

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Background: Ankle sprain is one of the most prevalent musculoskeletal injuries during physical activities and sports. Balance impairment is one of the deficiencies associated with ... Read More Background: Ankle sprain is one of the most prevalent musculoskeletal injuries during physical activities and sports. Balance impairment is one of the deficiencies associated with Chronic Ankle Instability (CAI). The present study aimed to investigate the effect of combined fibular repositioning taping (FRT) and facilitatory fibularis longus taping on postural balance, and proprioception of ankle joint in individuals with CAI. Methods: The present double-blind randomized control trial was conducted at Rehabilitation Sciences Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences (SUMS). A total of 40 patients aged range between 18-50 years old were randomly assigned to either intervention or placebo group. The intervention group received combination FRT and facilitatory fibularis longus taping and in the placebo group patients received one adhesive gauze from medial malleolus to midpoint of tibia. Biodex balance SD system was used to evaluate static/dynamic postural stability and stability limits. The proprioception of ankle joint was measured by active ankle joint repositioning test using Biodex isokinetic dynamometer. In each group, data were compared before, immediately after, and 48 hours after taping. Results: At bilateral leg stance position, the comparison of static postural stability between before and immediately after application of tapping showed a significance decrease between groups (P=0.01). Moreover, a statistically significant differences was found between before and 48 hours after tapping between groups (P=0.002). Also, Significant groups comparison was found for dynamic postural stability at double leg stance immediately after tapping (P=0.03) whereas no significant difference group existed 48 hours after tapping (P= 0.05). Conclusion: Combined FRT and facilitatory fibularis longus taping may improve static and dynamic postural stability in patients with CAI. IRCT number: (IRCT20180820040841N1)

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Comparison of the efficiency of two taping techniques in reducing thoracic kyphosis among girls aged 18-30 years

Farzaneh Moslemi Haghighi; Katayoon Rezaei; Zahra Etminan; Habibollah Lari

Volume 6, Issue 1 , March 2019, , Pages 41-46

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Background: Kyphosis means an abnormal increase in the curvature of the thoracic region of the vertebral column and refers to a situation where the thoracic kyphosis range is more than ... Read More Background: Kyphosis means an abnormal increase in the curvature of the thoracic region of the vertebral column and refers to a situation where the thoracic kyphosis range is more than forty five degrees. Vertebral column taping seems to be one of the most effective ways of treating kyphosis. The aim of this study was to investigate and compare the effect of two taping techniques in reducing the degree of kyphosis in girls aged 18-30 years. Methods: Thirty-two volunteers were randomly assigned into two groups (n=19 per group) of V–shaped tape and I-shaped tape. Taping techniques were performed as follows by applying 50% tensile force: V–shaped tape: The tape started on both sides of the anterior of acromioclavicular joint and extended to the spinous process of T6 vertebra. I–shaped tape: The patient's body was kept in a standing and straight state and then a longitudinal tape was applied from T1 to the deepest lumbar lordosis region. The measurements were carried out before, immediately, 24, and 48 hours after taping by a flexible ruler in a similar manner. Data analysis was performed using Friedman Test, Kolmogorov-Smirnov Test, Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test and Mann Whitney Test. Results: The results of this study showed a significant reduction in the degree of kyphosis in the case of the V-shaped tape 48 hours after taping. However, the degree of kyphosis decreased after 24 h (P = 0.001) and 48 hours (P< 0001) in the I-shaped tape group. In addition, there was no significant difference between the two interventions in terms of decreasing the degree of kyphosis at any time interval except for 24 hours (P=0.043). Conclusion: Taping reduces the degree of kyphosis by creating mechanical support, creating proprioceptive feedback, affecting the proprioception, improving the function of spinal erectors, and improving the mental image of the body with kyphosis. It appears that the I-shaped tape positioning on the alignment of spinal erectors spine makes it more effective.

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The Effect of Combined Fibular Reposition and Facilitatory Fibularis Longus Taping on Balance in Patients with Chronic Ankle Instability: A randomized clinical trial

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Comparison of the efficiency of two taping techniques in reducing thoracic kyphosis among girls aged 18-30 years

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