Postural Kinesio Taping in Stroke Rehabilitation

NCT07334665 | Not Yet Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: 2026-FTR-2
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 60
• Locations: 0 countries
• Sites: N/A

Brief Summary

Stroke often leads to postural asymmetry and impaired trunk control, which negatively affect mobility, balance, coordination, and activities of daily living. These impairments increase the risk of falls and reduce functional independence during the rehabilitation process. The purpose of this randomized controlled trial is to investigate the effects of posture-oriented kinesio taping, applied in addition to standard neurological rehabilitation, on functional outcomes in patients with stroke. Participants will be randomly assigned to either an intervention group receiving kinesio taping plus standard rehabilitation or a control group receiving standard rehabilitation alone. Functional outcomes including trunk control, postural stability, balance, mobility, and activities of daily living will be assessed using validated clinical scales at baseline and after the intervention period. The findings of this study are expected to provide evidence regarding the clinical effectiveness of posture-oriented kinesio taping as a non-invasive and easily applicable adjunct treatment in stroke rehabilitation.

Conditions

Stroke; Hemiplegia; Postural Control

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Trunk Impairment Scale (TIS)

  The Trunk Impairment Scale (TIS) is used to assess trunk control, including static sitting balance, dynamic sitting balance, and trunk coordination in patients with stroke. Higher scores indicate better trunk function.

  Baseline, Week 2, and Week 4

Secondary Outcomes (4)

• Postural Assessment Scale for Stroke Patients (PASS)

  Baseline, Week 2, and Week 4

• Berg Balance Scale (BBS)

  Baseline, Week 2, and Week 4

• 10-Meter Walk Test

  Baseline, Week 2, and Week 4

• Functional Independence Measure (FIM)

  Baseline, Week 2, and Week 4

Study Arms (2)

Posture-Oriented Kinesio Taping plus Standard Rehabilitation

EXPERIMENTAL

Other: Posture-Oriented Kinesio Taping

Standard Rehabilitation

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

Other: Standard Rehabilitation

Interventions

Posture-Oriented Kinesio Taping OTHER

Posture-oriented kinesio taping is applied to trunk and postural muscles to support postural alignment, enhance trunk control, and increase proprioceptive input in patients with stroke. The intervention is delivered as an adjunct to standard neurological rehabilitation and does not replace routine therapy. Kinesio tape is applied by trained clinicians using a standardized posture-focused taping approach, without restricting joint range of motion or limiting functional activities. The taping applications are maintained and renewed at regular intervals throughout the intervention period, with monitoring for skin tolerance and adverse reactions.

Posture-Oriented Kinesio Taping plus Standard Rehabilitation

Standard Rehabilitation OTHER

Posture-oriented kinesio taping is applied to trunk and postural muscles with the aim of improving postural alignment and trunk control. The taping intervention is administered in addition to a standard neurological rehabilitation program. Applications are performed by trained clinicians using non-elastic-free, hypoallergenic kinesio tape and are renewed at regular intervals during the intervention period. The taping protocol targets postural asymmetry and impaired trunk stability without restricting joint range of motion or limiting functional activities.

Standard Rehabilitation

Eligibility Criteria

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

You may qualify if:

• Adults aged 18 years or older
• Diagnosis of ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke confirmed clinically and/or radiologically
• In the subacute or chronic phase of stroke (≥1 month post-stroke) and clinically stable
• Presence of postural control and/or trunk control impairment
• Ability to participate in a standard neurological rehabilitation program
• No severe cognitive impairment or communication disorder that would interfere with outcome assessments
• Intact skin at the kinesio taping application sites
• Willingness to participate and provision of written informed consent

You may not qualify if:

• Acute stroke phase or clinical instability
• Severe cognitive impairment, aphasia, or insufficient cooperation that would interfere with reliable outcome assessments
• Known allergy or hypersensitivity to kinesio tape
• Active dermatological conditions at taping sites (e.g., open wounds, dermatitis, infection)
• Severe spasticity (Modified Ashworth Scale ≥3)
• Presence of other neurological disorders affecting balance or mobility (e.g., Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis)
• Severe orthopedic conditions or cardiopulmonary diseases limiting participation in rehabilitation
• Receipt of posture-oriented kinesio taping within the previous 3 months
• Concurrent participation in another interventional clinical study that could influence study outcomes

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Bursa City Hospital: lead

Related Publications (1)

• Lee YJ, Kim JY, Kim SY, Kim KH. The effects of trunk kinesio taping on balance ability and gait function in stroke patients. J Phys Ther Sci. 2016 Aug;28(8):2385-8. doi: 10.1589/jpts.28.2385. Epub 2016 Aug 31.

  PMID: 27630439 RESULT

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Stroke; Hemiplegia

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Cerebrovascular Disorders; Brain Diseases; Central Nervous System Diseases; Nervous System Diseases; Vascular Diseases; Cardiovascular Diseases; Paralysis; Neurologic Manifestations; Signs and Symptoms; Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms

Central Study Contacts

Ömer Berkan Özcan, MD

CONTACT

+905336914077; bursasehirftr16@gmail.com

Study Design

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

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: December 31, 2025
• First Posted: January 12, 2026
• Study Start: January 30, 2026
• Primary Completion (Estimated): January 30, 2027
• Study Completion (Estimated): January 30, 2027
• Last Updated: January 13, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-01