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Carolina Souza Neves da Costa1, Fernanda Simioni Rodrigues, Fernanda Mustafe Leal
1Department of Physiotherapy, Neuropediatric Research Unit, Federal University of São Carlos, Rodovia Washington Luis, São Carlos 13565-010, Brazil. costa.csn@gmail.com
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Kinesio Taping® (KT) improved sit-to-stand (STS) movement and dynamic balance in children with cerebral palsy (CP). However, KT did not significantly enhance static balance as measured by the Pediatric Balance Scale.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Physical Therapy
- Rehabilitation Medicine
Background:
- Cerebral palsy (CP) affects motor control, impacting daily activities like sit-to-stand (STS).
- Kinesio Taping® (KT) is a therapeutic modality used to improve function in individuals with neurological conditions.
- Understanding KT's immediate effects on motor performance in children with CP is crucial for treatment planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the immediate effects of Kinesio Taping® (KT) on sit-to-stand (STS) movement.
- To assess the impact of KT on balance and dynamic postural control in children with cerebral palsy (CP).
Main Methods:
- Four children with left hemiplegic cerebral palsy (CP) Level I participated.
- Evaluations were conducted under control conditions (no taping) and with Kinesio Taping® (KT).
- Motion analysis, Pediatric Balance Scale (PBS), and Timed up and Go (TUG) test were utilized.
Main Results:
- Kinesio Taping® (KT) reduced the total duration of sit-to-stand (STS) movements.
- KT application led to decreased peak ankle flexion and increased knee extension during STS.
- The Timed up and Go (TUG) test duration was reduced with KT, indicating improved dynamic balance.
Conclusions:
- Neuromuscular taping (Kinesio Taping®) shows potential benefits for dynamic functional activities in children with CP.
- Kinesio Taping® did not demonstrate significant improvements in static balance tasks within this study.
- Further research is warranted to explore the specific applications and long-term effects of KT in pediatric CP.
Objective:
To investigate the immediate effects of Kinesio Taping® (KT) on sit-to-stand (STS) movement, balance and dynamic postural control in children with cerebral palsy (CP).
Methods:
Four children diagnosed with left hemiplegic CP level I by the Gross Motor Function Classification System were evaluated under conditions without taping as control condition (CC); and with KT as kinesio condition. A motion analysis system was used to measure total duration of STS movement and angular movements of each joint. Clinical instruments such as Pediatric Balance Scale (PBS) and Timed up and Go (TUG) were also applied.
Results:
Compared to CC, decreased total duration of STS, lower peak ankle flexion, higher knee extension at the end of STS, and decreased total time in TUG; but no differences were obtained on PBS score in KT.
Conclusion:
Neuromuscular taping seems to be beneficial on dynamic activities, but not have the same performance in predominantly static activities studied.
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