Effects of Postoperative Kinesio Taping in Weber Type B Lateral Malleolar Fractures

The Effects of Postoperative Kinesio Taping on Pain, Range of Motion, and Edema in Weber Type B Lateral Malleolar Fractures: A Randomized Controlled Trial

This randomized controlled trial aimed to evaluate the effects of postoperative Kinesio taping on pain, range of motion, and edema in patients undergoing surgical fixation for Weber type B lateral malleolar fractures.

Patients with Weber type B lateral malleolar fractures treated surgically were randomized into two groups: a control group receiving standard rehabilitation and an intervention group receiving additional Kinesio taping. Outcomes assessed included visual analog scale (VAS) pain scores, dorsiflexion range of motion, and circumferential edema measurements at 1, 7, and 28 days postoperatively.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age between 18 and 65 years
• Patients diagnosed with isolated Weber type B lateral malleolar fractures requiring surgical fixation
• Surgery performed within 7 days of injury
• Written informed consent provided

Exclusion Criteria:

• Open fractures
• Associated fractures of the medial or posterior malleolus requiring fixation
• Polytrauma patients
• History of previous ankle fractures or surgeries on the affected side
• Neurological or vascular compromise of the affected limb
• Known allergy to adhesive materials