Shoulder PainNCT04346563
Effect of Kinesio Taping on Upper Extremity Performance in Individuals With Rounded Shoulders
A study testing Kinesio tape, functional correction technique and Elastic band strengthening shoulder exercise in people with Shoulder Pain, run by Mahidol University at 1 site in Thailand.
Trial summary
The objective of this research is to study the effect of kinesio tapes with functional correction technique in combination with exercise management to increase strength and decrease pain, in people with rounded shoulders. The study would be evaluated with the EvaltechTM machine, (functional capacity assessment). Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 25 to 70 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Shoulder Pain
- What is being tested?
- Kinesio tape, functional correction technique and Elastic band strengthening shoulder exercise
- Could I receive a placebo?
- Yes, some participants may receive a placebo
- How many people
- 26 participants
- Where
- 1 siteThailand
- Study dates
- 7 Jan 2021to 31 May 2023
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 25 to 70 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Age 25-50 years, male and female
- People who have a shoulder condition. (By measuring in the supine position, distance from the posterior aspect of acromion to the bed> 1 inch on both sides)
- People with moderate to severe neck and shoulder pain (VAS> 3)
- People who have to use their arms for work Overall more than 3 hours per day
Who cannot join
- People with neck pain, fracture in the arm, and numbness
- People who have pain and have limited shoulder movement of the shoulder joint
- People who have had a history of spine / shoulder surgery
- People with a history of allergies to cloth tapes
- People who have rheumatoid arthritis that affects inflammation of the joints such as rheumatoid etc.
- People receiving medication that affects their participation in the study
- People with neurological symptoms
- People with cognitive disabilities
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
The objective of this research is to study the effect of kinesio tapes with functional correction technique in combination with exercise management to increase strength and decrease pain, in people with rounded shoulders. The study would be evaluated with the EvaltechTM machine, (functional capacity assessment).
Read the detailed description
Participants
- Age 25-50 years, male and female
- People who have a shoulder condition. (By measuring in the supine position, distance from the posterior aspect of acromion to the bed> 1 inch on both sides)
- People with moderate to severe neck and shoulder pain (VAS> 3)
- People who have to use their arms for work Overall more than 3 hours per day
For attaching the tape, the researcher will prepare a replacement shirt in case the For the convenience of tape, the experimental group, trained by Certified Kinesio tape, attached the kinesio tape. Attaching the tape By using functional correction techniques, apply from the front of the acromion process to the spinous process T10 on both sides.
Measurements
- The pressure of (average of peak force) of both arms (pounds)
- The pulling force (average of peak force) of both arms (pounds)
- Time of overhead endurance test (TMT) (seconds)
- Visual analog scale (VAS)
- The distance from the posterior aspect of acromion to the bed (inches) process of measuring the evaluation 3 times
- st after physical therapy treatment Before attaching the kinase tape
- nd evaluation period was 48 hours apart before the next treatment.
- rd evaluation period is 1 week apart.
- Conditions
- Shoulder Pain
- Being tested
- Kinesio tape, functional correction technique, Elastic band strengthening shoulder exercise
- Keywords
- Kinesio tape, Functional correction, Rounded shoulder
- Medical subject headings
- Shoulder Pain
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Kinesio tape, functional correction techniqueOther
According to Kinesio Taping, functional correction technique could use for correcting shoulder, scapular alignment and decrease pain.
Elastic band strengthening shoulder exerciseOther
The exercise in which both groups will receive Introduction of exercise with rubber bands (Elastic band) It is a home exercise (Home base exercise program) for patients to do with appropriate resistance. Which can be done at least 10 times and not more than 20 times continuously,will be asked to do all 3 positions.
- Shoulder external rotation in shoulder abduction 90 degrees 2) Shoulder horizontal abduction in shoulder abduction 90 degrees 3) Seated bend row, which will be done 15 times, each hold for 10 seconds, do 3 sets, each set rest 2 minutes, 2 times a day ( Morning-evening) consecutively for 1 week
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Kinesio tape, functional correction applying | Experimental | The experimental group, trained by Certified Kinesio tape researcher will attache the kinesio tape. Attaching the kinesio tape by using functional correction techniques, apply tape from the front of the acromion process to the spinous process T10 on both sides, providing 50% of the tape's tension (Kase, 2003, Han JT et al) to create a scapular retraction. Receives: Other: Kinesio tape, functional correction technique; Other: Elastic band strengthening shoulder exercise |
| Placebo Kinesio taping apply | Placebo comparator | Apply kinesio tape without tension. Receives: Other: Elastic band strengthening shoulder exercise |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
The pushing force (average of peak force) of both arms (pounds)
Maximum strength of pushing, measures by Evaltech machine
Measured: 2 minutes
The pulling force (average of peak force) of both arms (pounds)
Maximum strength of pulling, measures by Evaltech machine
Measured: 2 minutes
Time measurement tolerance (TMT) (seconds)
Time tolerance of overhead reaching, measures by Evaltech machine
Measured: 4 minutes
Secondary outcomes (2)
Visual analog pain scale (VAS)
0-10 centimeters visual analog scale, higher score means higher pain and worse outcome
Measured: 1 minute
The distance from the posterior aspect of acromion to the bed (inches)
Measure in lying position by measurement tape
Measured: 2 minutes
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted15 Apr 2020
- Study start7 Jan 2021
- Primary completion1 May 2023
- Study completion31 May 2023
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (6)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Shoulder PainStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Mahidol UniversityThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- RCT among two groups,
- Masking
- Double blind
- Who is masked
- Participant, Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 26 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Mahidol University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
- Investigators
- Prasert Sakulsriprasert, PhD, Principal investigator, Lecturer
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT04346563
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- PTMahidolU1
- Status last verified
- Nov 2023
- First submitted
- 11 Apr 2020
- Last updated
- 21 Nov 2023
- Results posted
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Publications
Han JT, Lee JH, Yoon CH. The mechanical effect of kinesiology tape on rounded shoulder posture in seated male workers: a single-blinded randomized controlled pilot study. Physiother Theory Pract. 2015 Feb;31(2):120-5. doi: 10.3109/09593985.2014.960054. Epub 2014 Sep 29.
PubMed 25264014El-Abd AM, Ibrahim AR, El-Hafez HM. Efficacy of kinesiology tape versus postural correction exercises on neck disability and axioscapular muscles fatigue in mechanical neck dysfunction: A randomized blinded clinical trial. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2017 Apr;21(2):314-321. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2016.07.008. Epub 2016 Jul 26.
PubMed 28532874Ay S, Konak HE, Evcik D, Kibar S. The effectiveness of Kinesio Taping on pain and disability in cervical myofascial pain syndrome. Rev Bras Reumatol Engl Ed. 2017 Mar-Apr;57(2):93-99. doi: 10.1016/j.rbre.2016.03.012. Epub 2016 May 10. English, Portuguese.
PubMed 28343625Kim MK, Lee JC, Yoo KT. The effects of shoulder stabilization exercises and pectoralis minor stretching on balance and maximal shoulder muscle strength of healthy young adults with round shoulder posture. J Phys Ther Sci. 2018 Mar;30(3):373-380. doi: 10.1589/jpts.30.373. Epub 2018 Mar 2.
PubMed 29581654Kim TW, An DI, Lee HY, Jeong HY, Kim DH, Sung YH. Effects of elastic band exercise on subjects with rounded shoulder posture and forward head posture. J Phys Ther Sci. 2016 Jun;28(6):1733-7. doi: 10.1589/jpts.28.1733. Epub 2016 Jun 28.
PubMed 27390405Peppers D, Figoni SF, Carroll BW, Chen MM, Song S, Mathiyakom W. Influence of Functional Capacity Evaluation on Physician's Assessment of Physical Capacity of Veterans With Chronic Pain: A Retrospective Analysis. PM R. 2017 Jul;9(7):652-659. doi: 10.1016/j.pmrj.2016.10.011. Epub 2016 Oct 22.
PubMed 27780768
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 21 Nov 2023. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Effect of Kinesio Taping on Upper Extremity Performance in Individuals With Rounded Shoulders
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT04346563
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- PTMahidolU1
- Conditions
- Shoulder Pain
- Keywords
- Kinesio tape, Functional correction, Rounded shoulder
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 26 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Mahidol UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 7 Jan 2021 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 1 May 2023 (actual)
- Study completion
- 31 May 2023 (actual)
- First posted
- 15 Apr 2020 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
The objective of this research is to study the effect of kinesio tapes with functional correction technique in combination with exercise management to increase strength and decrease pain, in people with rounded shoulders. The study would be evaluated with the EvaltechTM machine, (functional capacity assessment).
Detailed description
Participants
- Age 25-50 years, male and female
- People who have a shoulder condition. (By measuring in the supine position, distance from the posterior aspect of acromion to the bed> 1 inch on both sides)
- People with moderate to severe neck and shoulder pain (VAS> 3)
- People who have to use their arms for work Overall more than 3 hours per day
For attaching the tape, the researcher will prepare a replacement shirt in case the For the convenience of tape, the experimental group, trained by Certified Kinesio tape, attached the kinesio tape. Attaching the tape By using functional correction techniques, apply from the front of the acromion process to the spinous process T10 on both sides.
Measurements
- The pressure of (average of peak force) of both arms (pounds)
- The pulling force (average of peak force) of both arms (pounds)
- Time of overhead endurance test (TMT) (seconds)
- Visual analog scale (VAS)
- The distance from the posterior aspect of acromion to the bed (inches) process of measuring the evaluation 3 times
- st after physical therapy treatment Before attaching the kinase tape
- nd evaluation period was 48 hours apart before the next treatment.
- rd evaluation period is 1 week apart.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Double blind (participant, outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- RCT among two groups,
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Kinesio tape, functional correction applying | Experimental | Other: Kinesio tape, functional correction technique, Other: Elastic band strengthening shoulder exerciseThe experimental group, trained by Certified Kinesio tape researcher will attache the kinesio tape. Attaching the kinesio tape by using functional correction techniques, apply tape from the front of the acromion process to the spinous process T10 on both sides, providing 50% of the tape's tension (Kase, 2003, Han JT et al) to create a scapular retraction. |
| Placebo Kinesio taping apply | Placebo comparator | Other: Elastic band strengthening shoulder exerciseApply kinesio tape without tension. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 25 to 70 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (4 listed)
- Age 25-50 years, male and female
- People who have a shoulder condition. (By measuring in the supine position, distance from the posterior aspect of acromion to the bed> 1 inch on both sides)
- People with moderate to severe neck and shoulder pain (VAS> 3)
- People who have to use their arms for work Overall more than 3 hours per day
Key exclusion criteria (8 listed)
- People with neck pain, fracture in the arm, and numbness
- People who have pain and have limited shoulder movement of the shoulder joint
- People who have had a history of spine / shoulder surgery
- People with a history of allergies to cloth tapes
- People who have rheumatoid arthritis that affects inflammation of the joints such as rheumatoid etc.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Kinesio tape, functional correction techniqueAccording to Kinesio Taping, functional correction technique could use for correcting shoulder, scapular alignment and decrease pain. | Other | Kinesio tape, functional correction applying |
| Elastic band strengthening shoulder exerciseThe exercise in which both groups will receive Introduction of exercise with rubber bands (Elastic band) It is a home exercise (Home base exercise program) for patients to do with appropriate resistance. Which can be done at least 10 times and not more than 20 times continuously,will be asked to do all 3 positions. 1) Shoulder external rotation in shoulder abduction 90 degrees 2) Shoulder horizontal abduction in shoulder abduction 90 degrees 3) Seated bend row, which will be done 15 times, each hold for 10 seconds, do 3 sets, each set rest 2 minutes, 2 times a day ( Morning-evening) consecutively for 1 week | Other | Kinesio tape, functional correction applying, Placebo Kinesio taping apply |
Primary outcome
The pushing force (average of peak force) of both arms (pounds)
Time frame: 2 minutes
Maximum strength of pushing, measures by Evaltech machine
The pulling force (average of peak force) of both arms (pounds)
Time frame: 2 minutes
Maximum strength of pulling, measures by Evaltech machine
Time measurement tolerance (TMT) (seconds)
Time frame: 4 minutes
Time tolerance of overhead reaching, measures by Evaltech machine
2 secondary outcomes
Visual analog pain scale (VAS)
Time frame: 1 minute
The distance from the posterior aspect of acromion to the bed (inches)
Time frame: 2 minutes
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 21 Nov 2023.
- Background: PubMed 25264014Han JT, Lee JH, Yoon CH. The mechanical effect of kinesiology tape on rounded shoulder posture in seated male workers: a single-blinded randomized controlled pilot study. Physiother Theory Pract. 2015 Feb;31(2):120-5. doi: 10.3109/09593985.2014.960054. Epub 2014 Sep 29.
- Background: PubMed 28532874El-Abd AM, Ibrahim AR, El-Hafez HM. Efficacy of kinesiology tape versus postural correction exercises on neck disability and axioscapular muscles fatigue in mechanical neck dysfunction: A randomized blinded clinical trial. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2017 Apr;21(2):314-321. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2016.07.008. Epub 2016 Jul 26.
- Background: PubMed 28343625Ay S, Konak HE, Evcik D, Kibar S. The effectiveness of Kinesio Taping on pain and disability in cervical myofascial pain syndrome. Rev Bras Reumatol Engl Ed. 2017 Mar-Apr;57(2):93-99. doi: 10.1016/j.rbre.2016.03.012. Epub 2016 May 10. English, Portuguese.
- Background: PubMed 29581654Kim MK, Lee JC, Yoo KT. The effects of shoulder stabilization exercises and pectoralis minor stretching on balance and maximal shoulder muscle strength of healthy young adults with round shoulder posture. J Phys Ther Sci. 2018 Mar;30(3):373-380. doi: 10.1589/jpts.30.373. Epub 2018 Mar 2.
- Background: PubMed 27390405Kim TW, An DI, Lee HY, Jeong HY, Kim DH, Sung YH. Effects of elastic band exercise on subjects with rounded shoulder posture and forward head posture. J Phys Ther Sci. 2016 Jun;28(6):1733-7. doi: 10.1589/jpts.28.1733. Epub 2016 Jun 28.
- Background: PubMed 27780768Peppers D, Figoni SF, Carroll BW, Chen MM, Song S, Mathiyakom W. Influence of Functional Capacity Evaluation on Physician's Assessment of Physical Capacity of Veterans With Chronic Pain: A Retrospective Analysis. PM R. 2017 Jul;9(7):652-659. doi: 10.1016/j.pmrj.2016.10.011. Epub 2016 Oct 22.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Prasert Sakulsriprasert, PhD principal investigator
Lecturer
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Kinesio tape, functional correction technique and Elastic band strengthening shoulder exercise in people with Shoulder Pain, run by Mahidol University at 1 site in Thailand.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 4 inclusion and 8 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 21 Nov 2023. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Thailand. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. Some participants in this study may receive a placebo. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
The pushing force (average of peak force) of both arms (pounds) (time frame: 2 minutes). The study lists 3 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT04346563, which also lists 6 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 21 Nov 2023.