Kinesio Tape for Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial requires that you do not take over-the-counter pain medications like acetaminophen or NSAIDs on testing days. If you are taking prescribed medications for a chronic condition, you may not be eligible to participate.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Kinesio Tape for Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness?
Research suggests that Kinesio Tape may help reduce muscle pain and improve muscle strength after exercise, but its effectiveness compared to other treatments is still uncertain. Some studies show it can be beneficial, especially when combined with other therapies, but more research is needed to confirm these findings.12345
Is Kinesio Tape safe for humans?
How does Kinesio Tape treatment differ from other treatments for delayed onset muscle soreness?
Kinesio Tape is unique because it is a non-drug treatment applied directly to the skin, which may help reduce muscle soreness by providing support and improving circulation. Unlike other treatments that might involve medication or rest, Kinesio Tape can be used during physical activity, potentially aiding in faster recovery and continued exercise.1231011
What is the purpose of this trial?
The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of Kinesio tape on delayed onset muscle soreness of the biceps muscle of your arm following strenuous exercise of the bicep muscle.
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for healthy individuals aged 18 to 30 who haven't done upper body strengthening exercises recently. It's not for those with recent injuries/surgeries, chronic conditions requiring medication, allergies to tape/adhesives, or certain heart/blood pressure issues.Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Baseline Assessment
Participants undergo baseline assessments of muscle pain and function, pain sensitivity, and psychological risk factors
Eccentric Exercise and Intervention Assignment
Participants perform an eccentric exercise protocol to induce DOMS and are randomly assigned to intervention groups
Follow-up Assessments
Outcome variables are measured 48 and 72 hours post-exercise to assess changes in pain, strength, and range of motion
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Kinesio Tape
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Indiana University
Lead Sponsor