Therapeutic Effects of Kinesiotape in the Management of Gonarthrosis

NCT07124169 | Completed

• 1 other identifier: 2015-17/04
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 38
• Locations: 0 countries
• Sites: N/A

Brief Summary

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.

Conditions

Gonarthrosis

Keywords

gonarthrosis; kinesiotape; home exercises

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC)

  WOMAC consists of 24 questions in total (pain 5, joint stiffness 2, functional status 17). Each question was scored on a scale of 1-5. A high score indicates poor health, while a low score indicates good health.

  From enrollment to the end of treatment at 6 weeks

Secondary Outcomes (3)

• Visual Analogue Scale (VAS)

  From enrollment to the end of treatment at 6 weeks

• Berg Balance Scale (BBS)

  From enrollment to he end of treatment at 6 weeks.

• Short Form (SF-36)

  From enrollment to the end of treatment at 6 weeks

Study Arms (2)

Experimental (Kinesiotape+home exercise)

EXPERIMENTAL

The taping procedure was repeated once a week, starting from the first week, for a total of 6 sessions. Mechanical correction technique and Ligament/Tendon correction technique, as kinesiotape application, were performed. ). A 6-week home exercise program was given to both the taping and control groups, three sessions per week. An individualized home exercise program was planned, considering EULAR and ACR recommendations. Each participant was given a structured home exercise program for approximately 30 minutes per day, at least 3 days a week. The program included moderate-intensity aerobic exercises (e.g., walking) and muscle-strengthening exercises targeting the quadriceps and hamstring muscles, along with flexibility and balance exercises. ).

Other: Kinesiotape + home exercise

control (home exercise )

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

A 6-week home exercise program was given to both the taping and control groups, three sessions per week. An individualized home exercise program was planned, considering EULAR and ACR recommendations. Each participant was given a structured home exercise program for approximately 30 minutes per day, at least 3 days a week. The program included moderate-intensity aerobic exercises (e.g., walking) and muscle-strengthening exercises targeting the quadriceps and hamstring muscles, along with flexibility and balance exercises.

Other: Home exercise

Interventions

Kinesiotape + home exercise OTHER

Kinesiotaping will be applied to the knee once weekly for 6 weeks. In addition, participants will perform a structured home exercise program three times per week, including strengthening, stretching, and balance exercises.

Experimental (Kinesiotape+home exercise)

Home exercise OTHER

In addition, participants will perform a structured home exercise program three times per week, including strengthening, stretching, and balance exercises.

control (home exercise )

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 45 Years - 65 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

• 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

You may not qualify if:

• 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

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Fenerbahce University: lead

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Osteoarthritis, Knee

Interventions

Athletic Tape

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Osteoarthritis; Arthritis; Joint Diseases; Musculoskeletal Diseases; Rheumatic Diseases

Intervention Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Bandages; Equipment and Supplies; Orthotic Devices; Orthopedic Equipment; Surgical Equipment

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: SINGLE
• Who Masked: OUTCOMES ASSESSOR
• Purpose: TREATMENT
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: assistant professor

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: August 5, 2025
• First Posted: August 15, 2025
• Study Start: November 1, 2015
• Primary Completion: January 1, 2016
• Study Completion: June 1, 2016
• Last Updated: August 15, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-08

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share