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Luke A Kelly1, Sebastien Racinais, Craig M Tanner
1Aspetar, Qatar Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, Doha, Qatar. luke.kelly@aspetar.com
The Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy
|August 17, 2010
Summary
Augmented low Dye (ALD) taping alters running biomechanics by delaying muscle activation and increasing midfoot pressure. This study investigated the neuromuscular effects of ALD taping in healthy runners.
Area of Science:
- Biomechanics
- Sports Medicine
- Neuromuscular Physiology
Background:
- Augmented low Dye (ALD) taping is a common clinical intervention for lower limb injuries.
- Previous research has not simultaneously investigated the effects of ALD taping on muscle activity and plantar pressure during running.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the impact of ALD taping on muscle activation and plantar pressure during running.
- To understand the neuromuscular mechanisms underlying the use of ALD taping in clinical practice.
Main Methods:
- A randomized crossover study involving 13 healthy recreational runners.
- Participants ran on a treadmill under three conditions: ALD taping, control tape, and no tape.
- Electromyography (EMG) of vastus medialis, vastus lateralis, and gluteus medius, along with in-shoe plantar pressure, were recorded.
Main Results:
- ALD taping significantly delayed the onset of EMG signals for the gluteus medius, vastus medialis, and vastus lateralis.
- Application of ALD taping led to increased lateral midfoot plantar pressure.
- Significant alterations in muscle activity and plantar pressure patterns were observed with ALD taping.
Conclusions:
- ALD taping demonstrably alters muscle activation patterns and plantar pressure distribution during treadmill running.
- The findings provide valuable insights into the neuromuscular responses to ALD taping, a widely used clinical technique.
