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Park S, Park Y, Park S. Comparison of Jump Performance in Female University Students According to the Application of Mechano-taping: A Cross-Sectional Study. Ann Appl Sport Sci 2026; 14 (1)
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1- Department of Physical Therapy, Kwangju Women’s University, 40, Gwangjuyeodae-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, Republic of Korea
2- Department of Physical Therapy, Kwangju Women’s University, 40, Gwangjuyeodae-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, Republic of Korea ,samho15@kwu.ac.kr
2- Department of Physical Therapy, Kwangju Women’s University, 40, Gwangjuyeodae-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, Republic of Korea ,
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Background. Jump performance is an important indicator of lower-limb neuromuscular function and athletic performance. Mechano-taping has been used to provide mechanical stimulation and facilitate movement control. However, its effects on jump performance and biomechanical variables across different jump types remain unclear.
Objectives. This study aimed to investigate the effect of mechano-taping on jump performance in female university students by analyzing changes in key biomechanical variables across different jump types.
Methods. A total of 117 healthy female university students participated in this study. Each participant was randomly assigned to perform both the mechano-taping and non-taping conditions. Participants completed three types of vertical jumps: countermovement jump (CMJ), squat jump (SJ), and stiffness jump (STIFFJ) under both conditions (with and without taping). Jump height, take-off force, peak speed, and take-off speed were measured using a validated jump analysis system, and the differences between conditions were compared.
Results. A total of 117 female university students were analyzed. Significant increases were observed in jump height, peak speed, and take-off speed under the taping condition compared with the non-taping condition across all jump types (p<0.05). However, take-off force showed no significant difference. These findings suggest that mechano-taping may enhance neuromuscular coordination and control during jumping tasks.
Conclusion. Mechano-taping appears to facilitate improved jump performance by promoting efficient lower limb control and movement speed. It may serve as a useful adjunct for athletic preparation or performance enhancement. Further studies involving diverse age groups and both sexes are warranted to generalize these findings.
Objectives. This study aimed to investigate the effect of mechano-taping on jump performance in female university students by analyzing changes in key biomechanical variables across different jump types.
Methods. A total of 117 healthy female university students participated in this study. Each participant was randomly assigned to perform both the mechano-taping and non-taping conditions. Participants completed three types of vertical jumps: countermovement jump (CMJ), squat jump (SJ), and stiffness jump (STIFFJ) under both conditions (with and without taping). Jump height, take-off force, peak speed, and take-off speed were measured using a validated jump analysis system, and the differences between conditions were compared.
Results. A total of 117 female university students were analyzed. Significant increases were observed in jump height, peak speed, and take-off speed under the taping condition compared with the non-taping condition across all jump types (p<0.05). However, take-off force showed no significant difference. These findings suggest that mechano-taping may enhance neuromuscular coordination and control during jumping tasks.
Conclusion. Mechano-taping appears to facilitate improved jump performance by promoting efficient lower limb control and movement speed. It may serve as a useful adjunct for athletic preparation or performance enhancement. Further studies involving diverse age groups and both sexes are warranted to generalize these findings.
Keywords: Athletic Tape, Female, Lower Extremity, Physical Functional Performance, Plyometric Exercise
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APPLICABLE REMARKS
APPLICABLE REMARKS
- Mechano-taping significantly improves jump height, peak speed, and take-off speed across CMJ, SJ, and STIFFJ, without significantly affecting take-off force.
- Mechano-taping may be used as an adjunctive strategy to facilitate lower-limb movement control and enhance jump performance during athletic preparation and performance training.
Type of Study: Original Article |
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Sport Biomechanics and its related branches
Received: 2025/10/29 | Accepted: 2026/01/10
Received: 2025/10/29 | Accepted: 2026/01/10
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