An interventional study of Kinesiotape + home exercise and Home exercise in Gonarthrosis, sponsored by Fenerbahce University. Completed. Open to participants aged 45 Years to 65 Years. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2025-08-15.
Sponsored by Fenerbahce University · Not applicable, Interventional, and Treatment
This randomized controlled trial evaluated the effectiveness of kinesiotaping in addition to exercise for patients with knee osteoarthritis (gonarthrosis). Thirty-eight participants aged 45 to 65 were randomly assigned to two groups: one group performed a structured home exercise program three times weekly for 6 weeks, while the other group performed the same program and also received kinesiotaping once weekly. Outcomes included pain, stiffness, balance, and quality of life. Both groups demonstrated significant improvement; however, the kinesiotaping plus exercise group showed greater gains in pain reduction, mobility, and daily activities. These findings suggest that kinesiotaping combined with exercise may provide superior benefits compared with exercise alone in individuals with knee osteoarthritis.
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The taping procedure was repeated once a week, starting from the first week, for a total of 6 sessions. Mechanical correction technique and Ligament/Tendon correction technique, as kinesiotape application, were performed. ). A 6-week home exercise program was given to both the taping and control groups, three sessions per week. An individualized home exercise program was planned, considering EULAR and ACR recommendations. Each participant was given a structured home exercise program for approximately 30 minutes per day, at least 3 days a week. The program included moderate-intensity aerobic exercises (e.g., walking) and muscle-strengthening exercises targeting the quadriceps and hamstring muscles, along with flexibility and balance exercises. ).
Other: Kinesiotape + home exercise
A 6-week home exercise program was given to both the taping and control groups, three sessions per week. An individualized home exercise program was planned, considering EULAR and ACR recommendations. Each participant was given a structured home exercise program for approximately 30 minutes per day, at least 3 days a week. The program included moderate-intensity aerobic exercises (e.g., walking) and muscle-strengthening exercises targeting the quadriceps and hamstring muscles, along with flexibility and balance exercises.
Other: Home exercise
Kinesiotaping will be applied to the knee once weekly for 6 weeks. In addition, participants will perform a structured home exercise program three times per week, including strengthening, stretching, and balance exercises.
In addition, participants will perform a structured home exercise program three times per week, including strengthening, stretching, and balance exercises.
Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC)
WOMAC consists of 24 questions in total (pain 5, joint stiffness 2, functional status 17). Each question was scored on a scale of 1-5. A high score indicates poor health, while a low score indicates good health.
Time frame: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 6 weeks
Visual Analogue Scale (VAS)
VAS, which ranges from 0 to 10, is used to assess pain levels. A score of 0 represents no pain, while 10 indicates the most severe, unbearable pain. Participants were instructed to indicate their perceived pain level by marking a 10 cm straight line, and the corresponding value was recorded in centimeters.
Time frame: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 6 weeks
Berg Balance Scale (BBS)
BBS is a test consisting of 14 items used to evaluate the functional balance of individuals. The application time is approximately 15-20 minutes, and the following materials are needed: a ruler, a stopwatch, a chair, a step, and an area suitable for 360-degree rotation. Each item is evaluated on a scale of 0-4 points based on the individual's ability to perform the given task independently and correctly. The total score is 56. A score between 0-20 indicates severe balance impairment, between 21-40 indicates acceptable balance, and between 41-56 indicates good balance.
Time frame: From enrollment to he end of treatment at 6 weeks.
Short Form (SF-36)
The SF-36 questionnaire was developed to assess quality of life. A total of 8 sub-parameters, including pain, social functioning, energy/vitality, emotional role difficulties, physical role difficulties, physical functioning, general health perception, and mental health, are examined
Time frame: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 6 weeks
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