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Kinesio Taping®️ Plus Exercise Versus Sham Taping Plus Exercise and Exercise Alone for Lateral Epicondylitis: A
Muhammad Tayyab1, Zawar Ahmad2, Rizwan Akbar3
1Trauma and Orthopaedics, Hayatabad Medical Complex Peshawar, Peshawar, PAK.
Cureus
|January 29, 2026
Summary
Kinesio Taping (KT) combined with exercise significantly improves pain and function for tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) sufferers. This therapy offers superior short-term benefits compared to exercise alone or sham taping.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Sports Medicine
- Rehabilitation Science
Background:
- Lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is a common overuse injury impacting wrist extensor tendons, causing pain and functional deficits.
- Kinesio Taping (KT) is frequently used alongside exercise therapy for lateral epicondylitis, but its effectiveness requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review and meta-analyze the efficacy of Kinesio Taping (KT) plus exercise versus sham taping plus exercise and exercise alone for treating lateral epicondylitis.
Main Methods:
- A systematic review and meta-analysis adhering to PRISMA guidelines was conducted, searching major databases for relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs).
- Seven RCTs with 271 participants were included, analyzing data using a random-effects model to compare outcomes.
Main Results:
- Kinesio Taping (KT) plus exercise demonstrated significant pain reduction compared to sham taping plus exercise (MD = -1.71) and exercise alone (MD = -1.39).
- Functional improvements (PRTEE scores) and grip strength (3.96 kg increase) were notably greater with KT plus exercise in both comparisons.
Conclusions:
- Kinesio Taping (KT), when used with exercise, offers significant short-term advantages in pain relief, functional recovery, and grip strength for lateral epicondylitis.
- Further long-term, standardized research is recommended to validate these findings and establish definitive clinical recommendations.
Keywords:
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