Therapeutic Effects of Kinesiotape in the Management of Gonarthrosis

Therapeutic Effects of Kinesiotape in the Management of Gonarthrosis: A Randomized Controlled Approach

This randomized controlled trial evaluated the effectiveness of kinesiotaping in addition to exercise for patients with knee osteoarthritis (gonarthrosis). Thirty-eight participants aged 45 to 65 were randomly assigned to two groups: one group performed a structured home exercise program three times weekly for 6 weeks, while the other group performed the same program and also received kinesiotaping once weekly. Outcomes included pain, stiffness, balance, and quality of life. Both groups demonstrated significant improvement; however, the kinesiotaping plus exercise group showed greater gains in pain reduction, mobility, and daily activities. These findings suggest that kinesiotaping combined with exercise may provide superior benefits compared with exercise alone in individuals with knee osteoarthritis.

Inclusion Criteria:

• having a diagnosis of primary gonarthrosis according to ACR classification criteria,
• being between 45 and 65 years of age,
• having a radiological diagnosis of gonarthrosis between Kellgren-Lawrence stage 1-3 ,
• signing the informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• presence of a neurological disorder affecting muscle strength or balance,
• history of any surgical operation on the knee, hip or spine,
• physiotherapy or injections for the knee within the previous year,
• presence of systemic conditions such as diabetes mellitus, vertigo, visual problems,
• history of severe trauma within the previous year