THE EFFECTS OF CORRECTIVE EXERCISE AND KT APPLICATIONS IN YOUNG BASKETBALL PLAYERS

NCT07358936 | Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: 25-112
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 45
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 2

Brief Summary

The main objective of this research is to comparatively examine the effects of corrective exercise programs and kinesio taping (KT) applications on performance parameters and functional mobility in adolescent male basketball players. Kinesio taping is used with the aims of regulating muscle tone, increasing proprioception, improving circulation, and supporting pain management. In this context, corrective exercises are applied to correct movement disorders, eliminate musculoskeletal imbalances, and improve the functional movement quality in athletes. Although the effects of both methods on the performance parameters and functional mobility of athletes have been examined separately in the literature, a direct comparative study in adolescent basketball players is noticeable.

Conditions

Youth; Sport Performance

Keywords

YOUNG BASKETBALL PLAYERS; Corrective Exercise; Kinesiotape; Sport Performance

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (6)

• Y Balance Test

  The Y Balance Test is a widely used test in clinics and sports performance centers to assess dynamic balance in athletes. The test consists of a support platform with three PVC tubes attached in anterior, posteromedial, and posterolateral directions. The rear tubes are positioned at a 135-degree angle to the front tube, with a 45-degree angle between them. Each tube is marked at 5-millimeter intervals for measurement purposes. During the test, the support foot is held in the center of the measurement mechanism, while the other foot pushes against targets in the anterior, posteromedial, and posterolateral reach directions of the system using the toes, without losing balance or stepping on the targets. The aim is to measure the longest distance the target can reach.

  From enrollment to the end of treatment at 3 weeks and 6 weeks

• Functional Movement System(FMS)

  Used in athletes to identify movement patterns, mobility and stability deficiencies, and to predict injury risk. FMA is a test battery that evaluates individuals in terms of dynamic and functional capacity, essentially aiming to assess basic movement performance. The exercises in the Functional Movement Assessment allow for the identification of asymmetries, limitations, and compensations not only at the joint level but also throughout the movement pattern, thus enabling the early prediction and prevention of injury risk during physical activity. The test consists of seven movements: deep squat, high step, cross step, shoulder mobility, active straight leg raise, trunk stability, and rotational stability. Separate scoring is provided for each side in some movements, and athletes can receive a score between 0 and 21 on this test. If the test score is below 14, it suggests a potential risk of injury and a decrease in functional mobility capacity. Each movement should be repeated at leas

  From enrollment to the end of treatment at 3 weeks and 6 weeks

• Agility T test

  This is a test that evaluates an athlete's agility, speed, sudden changes of direction, balance, and coordination. Agility is defined as the ability to move the body between two points and change direction as easily, quickly, fluidly, and controllably as possible, along with balance, speed, strength, and neuromuscular coordination. Agility is considered a significant determining factor affecting performance, especially in team sports such as basketball. Previous studies have indicated that when developing agility skills, it is more accurate to evaluate it as a kinetic chain function involving the active participation of the entire body, rather than focusing solely on the muscles of the lower extremities.

  From enrollment to the end of treatment at 3 weeks and 6 weeks

• My Jump 2

  This test, performed using a mobile application, assesses lower extremity strength and performance by calculating the athlete's jump height and flight time. In recent years, with advancements in technology, mobile applications aimed at improving, measuring, and analyzing athletic performance have continued to develop. One such application, My Jump 2, allows for a practical and rapid assessment of jump performance. The application aims to provide accurate calculations by considering flight time based on takeoff and landing frames. Since its introduction to the literature, the test has been used in numerous scientific studies.

  From enrollment to the end of treatment at 3 weeks and 6 weeks

• Seated Medicine Ball Throw Test

  This is a test used to measure an athlete's upper extremity strength. It is frequently used because it is easy to administer and inexpensive. Also known as the Medicine Ball Throw Test, it is a field test applied to evaluate upper extremity strength before and after training. There are various methods for evaluating upper extremity muscle strength. Compared to other tests, the Seated Medicine Ball Throw Test is frequently preferred due to its ease of application, cost, physical requirements, and practicality. In the SMBT test, the individual throws a shuttle ball as far as possible from a fixed seated position, and the test administrator measures the distance from the starting point of the throw to the point where the ball first touches the ground.

  From enrollment to the end of treatment at 3 weeks and 6 weeks

• The Closed Kinetic Chain Lower Extremity Stability Test

  It is a test designed to assess balance and endurance, evaluating an athlete's stability in a closed kinetic chain position. It provides performance-based, quantitative data aimed at assessing lower extremity stability within a closed kinetic chain context.

  From enrollment to the end of treatment at 3 weeks and 6 weeks

Study Arms (3)

Corrective Exercise Group

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

Based on the athlete's initial assessment, in addition to routine training, a personalized exercise program will be designed for the athlete using artificial intelligence via a functional movement scanning system; this will be performed twice a week for 6 weeks.

Procedure: Corrective Exercise

Kinesiotape Group

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

Based on the athlete's initial assessment, in addition to routine training, kinesio taping was applied to the deltoid muscle and quadriceps femoris muscle twice a week for 6 weeks.

Procedure: Kinesiotape

Control Group

NO INTERVENTION

After the initial assessment, the athletes continued their routine training for 6 weeks.

Interventions

Corrective Exercise PROCEDURE

These exercises are given to correct disrupted movement patterns and improve posture.

Corrective Exercise Group

Kinesiotape PROCEDURE

This is a drug-free elastic band application applied to the muscle to reduce pain, increase circulation, provide muscle support, and improve joint stability.

Kinesiotape Group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 9 Years - 16 Years
• Sex: male
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Child (0-17)

You may qualify if:

• The male athlete's sport must be basketball.
• The male athlete must be between 9 and 16 years old.

You may not qualify if:

• Having undergone any surgical operation within the last 6 months.
• Having suffered a lower/upper extremity injury within the last 3 months.
• The volunteer does not wish to continue the study.
• Athletes for whom the necessary assessments or procedures could not be performed were excluded.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Vedat Göken: lead

Study Sites (2)

Istinye University

Istanbul, Istanbul, 34800, Turkey (Türkiye)

RECRUITING

Istinye University

Istanbul, 34800, Turkey (Türkiye)

NOT YET RECRUITING

MeSH Terms

Interventions

Athletic Tape

Intervention Hierarchy (Ancestors)

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

Study Officials

• Vedat Göken

  Vedat Goken/ Istinye University

  PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Central Study Contacts

Vedat Göken

CONTACT

+905364262835; vedatgoken@hotmail.com

GOKEN

CONTACT

vedatgoken@hotmail.com

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: SINGLE
• Who Masked: PARTICIPANT
• Purpose: SUPPORTIVE CARE
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: SPONSOR INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Asistant Professor

Model Details: The athletes in the study will be divided into 3 groups. The first group will not receive any intervention and will continue their routine training. The second group will perform corrective exercises twice a week and will continue their routine training. The third group will continue their routine training along with kinesio taping twice a week. Kinesio Taping (KT) Application: This is a drug-free elastic band application applied to the muscle to reduce pain, increase circulation, provide muscle support, and improve joint stability. Corrective Exercise Program: These are exercises given to correct impaired movement patterns and improve posture. With these exercises, the quality of movement increases, the risk of injury decreases, and functional performance improves. Based on the athlete's initial assessment, a personalized exercise program will be designed for the athlete using artificial intelligence via a functional movement scanning system.

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: January 14, 2026
• First Posted: January 22, 2026
• Study Start: February 15, 2026
• Primary Completion: May 7, 2026
• Study Completion (Estimated): July 16, 2026
• Last Updated: March 13, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-02

Locations

TU (2)