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Effect of Kinesio Taping on Waist-to-hip Ratio, Abdominal Muscle Strength and Body Image Concerns in Postpartum Females.
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Kinesio taping with abdominal exercises and Abdominal exercises for Postpartum Disorder. Completed, enrolled 24 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
This study is aimed at determining the effect of kinesio taping on waist to hip ratio, abdominal muscle strength and body image concerns in postpartum females.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Experimental group was given kinesio taping along with abdominal exercises. Kinesio taping was applied in I-band technique. the first band is applied on rectus abdominis from origin to insertion starting from pubic symphysis till the xiphoid process. the second band is applied bilaterally on the left and right side external oblique muscles. Abdominal exercises consist of 2-3 sets of 8 to 12 repetitions of head lift with bracing, head lift with pelvic tilt, pelvic clock, bridging, knee rolling and deep breathing exercises for 1 to 4 weeks. From 5 to 8 weeks Same abdominal exercises with 5 sets and 15 to 20 repetitions were performed along with kinesio taping.
Abdominal exercises consist of 2-3 sets of 8 to 12 repetitions of head lift with bracing, head lift with pelvic tilt, pelvic clock, bridging, knee rolling and deep breathing exercises for 1 to 4 weeks. From 5 to 8 weeks Same abdominal exercises with 5 sets and 15 to 20 repetitions were performed.