Annals of Applied Sport Science
تازههای علوم کاربردی ورزش
Ann Appl Sport Sci
Medical Sciences
http://aassjournal.com
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2476–4981
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10.61186/aassjournal
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2023
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The Functional Correction of Forward Shoulder Posture with Kinesiotape Improves Chest Mobility and Inspiratory Muscle Strength: A Randomized Controlled Trial
حرکتشناسی و آسيبهای ورزشی
Kinesiology and Sport Injuries
مقاله اصیل
Original Article
<div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Background. </strong>Kinesiotape (K-tape) application can attenuate postural malalignment. However, the effects of K-tape on the changes in the respiratory system in postural problems remain unclear.<br>
<strong>Objectives. </strong>This study investigated the effects of 6-week functional correction with the K-tape on the forward shoulder posture (FSP) and respiratory function.<br>
<strong>Methods. </strong>A randomized clinical trial was performed in the study. Thirty-one young female volunteers with FSP, aged 18 to 25, were randomly divided into control (n = 16) and intervention groups, the latter receiving two parts of 50% tension K-tape for each side of the shoulder for six weeks to decrease posture misalignment (n = 15). Then, the participants were subjected to an evaluation of the pectoral muscle length using a vernier caliper, chest expansion using a measuring tape, and respiratory muscle strength using a respiratory pressure meter. A two-way ANOVA was used to compare the differences within and between the two groups.<br>
<strong>Results. </strong>After six weeks of intervention, the K-tape group showed significant improvement in shoulder alignment (p = 0.001) and an increase in pectoralis minor index (PMI) (p = 0.019) compared to baseline and those in the control group. The magnitude of the chest expansion meant higher mobility (p < 0.001) and maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP) (p = 0.026) in the K-tape group compared to baseline.<br>
<strong>Conclusion. </strong>The 6-week postural K-taping can improve the PMI and attenuate the FSP, with the effects remaining for two weeks. Furthermore, correcting shoulder posture with the 50% tension K-tape can enhance the malaligned shoulder’s chest expansion and inspiratory muscle strength.</div>
Kinesiotape, Functional Correction, Postural Malalignment, Respiratory Muscle, Thoracic Cage
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Kanogwun
Thongchote
kanogwun@g.swu.ac.th
100319475328460011888
100319475328460011888
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Division of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Srinakharinwirot University, Nakornnayok, 26120, Thailand
Chanyanuch
Sangchuchuenjit
chanyanuch.sang@g.swu.ac.th
100319475328460011889
100319475328460011889
No
Division of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Srinakharinwirot University, Nakornnayok, 26120, Thailand
Wasapa
Vichaichotikul
bomb_s@hotmail.com
100319475328460011890
100319475328460011890
No
Division of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Srinakharinwirot University, Nakornnayok, 26120, Thailand
Natnicha
Choosaranon
mildy.beleza@gmail.com
100319475328460011891
100319475328460011891
No
Division of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Srinakharinwirot University, Nakornnayok, 26120, Thailand
Napha
Kulsiri
naphakulsiri@gmail.com
100319475328460011892
100319475328460011892
No
Division of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Srinakharinwirot University, Nakornnayok, 26120, Thailand
Panaphan
Lopansri
panaphan12894@gmail.com
100319475328460011893
100319475328460011893
No
Division of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Srinakharinwirot University, Nakornnayok, 26120, Thailand
Tossaphon
Jaysrichai
tossaphon@g.swu.ac.th
100319475328460011894
100319475328460011894
No
Division of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Srinakharinwirot University, Nakornnayok, 26120, Thailand
Sarawut
Lapmanee
sarawut.lap@siam.edu
100319475328460011895
100319475328460011895
No
Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Factuality of Medicine, Siam University, Bangkok, 10160, Thailand