Comparison of Kinesio-Taping and Rigid-Taping on Vertical Jump in Individuals With Pes Planus

A Randomised Crossover Comparison of Kinesio-Taping and Rigid-Taping on Vertical Jump in Individuals With Pes Planus

The effects of Kinesio-taping and rigid-taping on vertical jump performance have been investigated; however, results remain unclear.

The effect of Kinesio-taping and rigid-taping on controlling foot pronation remains unclear due to contradicted results. Moreover, to our knowledge, there is not any study to elucidate the effect of rigid-taping on vertical jump performance. Therefore, the investigators hypothesised that rigid-taping would be more effective on vertical jump performance because of its direct mechanical correction in pes planus, and the study was aimed to compare the effects of Kinesio-taping and RT on vertical jump performance in sedentary adults with pes planus.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Male and female individuals between the ages of 18-35,
• Individuals without any chronic disease

Exclusion Criteria:

• Those with lower extremity injuries in the last 1 year,
• Those with a history of lower extremity surgery and visual or vestibular disorders,
• Those with other foot deformities accompanying pes planus,