Investigation of Immediate Efficacy of Kinesiology Taping

Immediate Effects of Kinesiotaping on Pain, Proprioception, and Posture in Round Shoulder Individuals With Subacromial Impingement Syndrome: A Double-Blinded Randomized Control

Shoulder protraction is the forward tilt of the head with hyperextension of the cervical spine and is associated with lengthening of the sternocleidomastoid and scalene muscles. With the lengthening of the flexor muscles, the weakened and shortened trapezius, levator scapula, and serratus anterior muscles lead to extra flexor torque and sustained contraction.

Weakness in the rotator cuff muscles, especially infraspinatus and supraspinatus muscles, has been observed in individuals with scapular dyskinesia and who frequently use overhead movements in their daily lives. The most important point to be considered in the treatment of scapular dyskinesia is the effective evaluation and treatment of primary and secondary symptoms and conditions. The preference of shoulder rehabilitation programs in which the scapula is also included in the treatment program will provide great benefits to physiotherapists in terms of treatment. Effective treatment can be provided by taping, exercise and many other treatment methods.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Those with neck pain
• Being between 18-60 years old

Exclusion Criteria:

• Hypertension
• Cardiopulmonary disease
• Pregnancy
• malignancy
• Operation, injection, etc. for the neck in the last 3 months. those with a history of treatment
• Spine surgery
• Psychological discomfort
• Neurological and orthopedic deficits