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Relieving symptoms of meralgia paresthetica using Kinesio taping: a pilot study
Leonid Kalichman1, Elisha Vered, Lior Volchek
1Department of Physical Therapy, Recanati School for Community Health Professions, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel. kalichman@hotmail.com
Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
|June 12, 2010
Summary
Kinesio taping significantly improved symptoms and quality of life for patients with meralgia paresthetica (MP). This study suggests Kinesio taping is a viable treatment for MP, warranting further research.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Physical Therapy
- Pain Management
Background:
- Meralgia paresthetica (MP) is a condition characterized by pain, burning, and altered sensations in the thigh.
- Conservative treatments for MP can be challenging, necessitating exploration of novel therapeutic approaches.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of Kinesio taping as a treatment for meralgia paresthetica (MP).
Main Methods:
- A feasibility study involving 10 participants (6 men, 4 women) diagnosed with MP.
- Kinesio tape was applied twice weekly for 4 weeks (8 sessions total).
- Outcomes included Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for MP symptoms and quality of life (QOL), and measurements of the affected area's dimensions.
Main Results:
- Significant improvements were observed in all measured outcomes after 4 weeks of Kinesio taping.
- Mean VAS scores for MP symptoms decreased from 60.5 to 31.4 (P<.001).
- Mean VAS QOL scores improved from 69.0 to 35.3 (P=.002), and the dimensions of the affected area were reduced.
Conclusions:
- Kinesio taping demonstrates potential as an effective treatment modality for meralgia paresthetica.
- Further investigation through randomized, placebo-controlled trials with blinded participants and assessors is recommended.
