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Effects of Kinesio Taping Techniques on Pulmonary Parameters and Functional Exercise Capacity in Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Kinesio Taping for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Completed, enrolled 43 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Study will investigate effects of two different kinesio taping techniques on pulmonary parameters of patients with COPD.
Study Details
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Interventions
Kinesio Taping is a special taping method developed by Dr. Kenzo Kase in 1973. This technique triggers natural healing responses of human body by activating nervous and circulatory systems. The tapes are thin, latex-free, cotton, porous and anti-allergenic, with equal thickness of epidermis. It has elastic properites which allows the tape to elongate to %55-60 of its original lenght. Tape can be used up to 1 week even after sweating or cleaning with water. There are different application techniques for different purposes. Facilitation technique facilitates muscle contractions and supports muscle function. Mechancial correction technique is used for joint positioning and correcting motion of muscle-joint dynamics.