Muscle StrengthNCT06805227
Effect of Kinesiology Tape on Quadriceps Strength and Performance in Female Futsal Players
A study testing Kinesiology Tape Application in people with Muscle Strength and Rehabilitation, run by King Saud University at 1 site in Saudi Arabia.
Trial summary
The purpose of this randomized controlled trial is to investigate whether kinesiology tape improves quadriceps muscle efficiency in female futsal players. The study aims to answer whether the application of kinesiology tape enhances lower limb function, isometric strength, and eccentric/concentric strength compared to… Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Any age, women onlyHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Muscle Strength, Rehabilitation, Quadriceps Muscle
- What is being tested?
- Kinesiology Tape Application
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 12 participants
- Where
- 1 siteSaudi Arabia
- Study dates
- 15 Jan 2023to 30 Sep 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 Any age
- Women only
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Child, Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Female futsal players
- Body Mass Index (BMI): 18.5-25 kg/m2.
- Regular participation in sports activities.
- No history of kinesiology tape application on the thighs within six months prior to the study.
Who cannot join
- Medical history of knee or back pain, lower-limb surgeries, or joint deformities.
- Known allergies to kinesiology tape or conditions such as diabetes, fragile skin, pregnancy, open wounds, or deep vein thrombosis.
- Recent muscular injuries of the lower limbs within six months prior to the study.
- Any other conditions or contraindications that could interfere with participation or the outcomes of the study.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Impact of Kinesiology Tape on Quadriceps Muscle: a Randomized Controlled Trial
The purpose of this randomized controlled trial is to investigate whether kinesiology tape improves quadriceps muscle efficiency in female futsal players. The study aims to answer whether the application of kinesiology tape enhances lower limb function, isometric strength, and eccentric/concentric strength compared to no intervention.
Read the detailed description
This study explores the potential benefits of kinesiology tape in improving quadriceps muscle performance in female futsal players, a demographic actively engaged in high-intensity sports. The trial was designed to provide robust evidence on whether kinesiology tape can enhance functional and physical performance of the lower limb, addressing a gap in sports medicine research.
The study involved 12 players participating in the Saudi Universities Sports Federation (SUSF) Futsal Championship. Participants were randomly assigned to two groups: an experimental group receiving kinesiology tape intervention and a control group with no intervention. The intervention was conducted over 30 days, with a focus on assessing the impact of kinesiology tape on the dominant leg, targeting key muscles like the rectus femoris, vastus medialis, and vastus lateralis.
To ensure comprehensive evaluation, participants underwent assessments using validated tools for lower limb function, isometric strength, and dynamic strength (eccentric/concentric). These tools included the Single-Leg Hop Test, a hand-held dynamometer, and the Biodex System, which provided precise and reliable measurements of muscle performance.
- Conditions
- Muscle Strength, Rehabilitation, Quadriceps Muscle
- Being tested
- Kinesiology Tape Application
- Keywords
- Kinesiology Tape, Muscle Efficiency, Rehabilitation
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Kinesiology Tape ApplicationOther
Application Area: Applied specifically to the dominant leg, targeting the rectus femoris, vastus medialis, and vastus lateralis muscles.
Tension Level: Applied with a standardized 50% tension. Duration: The tape was kept in place continuously for 30 days. Color: A blue-colored kinesiology tape was used to standardize the intervention and eliminate potential psychological effects of tape color.
Technique: Applied by a licensed physical therapist with expertise in kinesiology taping techniques, certified by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Experimental Arm: Kinesiology Tape Intervention | Experimental | Description: Participants in this arm received kinesiology tape applied to the dominant leg targeting the rectus femoris, vastus medialis, and vastus lateralis muscles. The tape was applied with a 50% tension level and remained in place for 30 days. Assessments of quadriceps strength and lower limb function were conducted pre- and post-intervention.
Purpose: To evaluate the effect of kinesiology tape on quadriceps muscle performance. Receives: Other: Kinesiology Tape Application |
| Control Arm: No Intervention | No intervention | Description: Participants in this arm did not receive any kinesiology tape or similar interventions. Their quadriceps strength and lower limb function were assessed at the same intervals as the experimental group for comparison purposes. Purpose: To serve as a baseline to compare the effects of the kinesiology tape intervention. |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Effect of Kinesiology Tape on Quadriceps Muscle Strength and Performance in Female Futsal Players
Isometric Quadriceps Strength: Unit of Measure: Newtons (N). Description: Maximum isometric quadriceps strength of the dominant leg. Assessment Method: Measured using a digital hand-held dynamometer. Participants are seated with their hips flexed at 90° and knees bent at 60°. Maximum force is recorded from three trials of isometric contraction, each lasting five seconds, with a 30-second rest interval between trials.
Measured: From baseline assessment (pre-intervention) to 30 days post-intervention.
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted3 Feb 2025
- Study start15 Jan 2023
- Primary completion30 Sep 2023
- Study completion30 Sep 2023
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
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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
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 12 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- King Saud University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Norah A. Alshehri, King Saud University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06805227
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- No. KSU-HE-23-091
- Status last verified
- Jan 2025
- First submitted
- 22 Jan 2025
- Last updated
- 3 Feb 2025
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No: De-identified individual participant data will not be shared due to privacy concerns and the study protocol not including provisions for data sharing.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 3 Feb 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Impact of Kinesiology Tape on Quadriceps Muscle: a Randomized Controlled Trial
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06805227
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- No. KSU-HE-23-091
- Conditions
- Muscle Strength, Rehabilitation, Quadriceps Muscle
- Keywords
- Kinesiology Tape, Muscle Efficiency, Rehabilitation
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 12 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- King Saud UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 15 Jan 2023 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 30 Sep 2023 (actual)
- Study completion
- 30 Sep 2023 (actual)
- First posted
- 3 Feb 2025 (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 purpose of this randomized controlled trial is to investigate whether kinesiology tape improves quadriceps muscle efficiency in female futsal players. The study aims to answer whether the application of kinesiology tape enhances lower limb function, isometric strength, and eccentric/concentric strength compared to no intervention.
Detailed description
This study explores the potential benefits of kinesiology tape in improving quadriceps muscle performance in female futsal players, a demographic actively engaged in high-intensity sports. The trial was designed to provide robust evidence on whether kinesiology tape can enhance functional and physical performance of the lower limb, addressing a gap in sports medicine research.
The study involved 12 players participating in the Saudi Universities Sports Federation (SUSF) Futsal Championship. Participants were randomly assigned to two groups: an experimental group receiving kinesiology tape intervention and a control group with no intervention. The intervention was conducted over 30 days, with a focus on assessing the impact of kinesiology tape on the dominant leg, targeting key muscles like the rectus femoris, vastus medialis, and vastus lateralis.
To ensure comprehensive evaluation, participants underwent assessments using validated tools for lower limb function, isometric strength, and dynamic strength (eccentric/concentric). These tools included the Single-Leg Hop Test, a hand-held dynamometer, and the Biodex System, which provided precise and reliable measurements of muscle performance.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Experimental Arm: Kinesiology Tape Intervention | Experimental | Other: Kinesiology Tape ApplicationDescription: Participants in this arm received kinesiology tape applied to the dominant leg targeting the rectus femoris, vastus medialis, and vastus lateralis muscles. The tape was applied with a 50% tension level and remained in place for 30 days. Assessments of quadriceps strength and lower limb function were conducted pre- and post-intervention. Purpose: To evaluate the effect of kinesiology tape on quadriceps muscle performance. |
| Control Arm: No Intervention | No intervention | –Description: Participants in this arm did not receive any kinesiology tape or similar interventions. Their quadriceps strength and lower limb function were assessed at the same intervals as the experimental group for comparison purposes. Purpose: To serve as a baseline to compare the effects of the kinesiology tape intervention. |
Who may qualify
- Sex
- Female only
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Child, Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (4 listed)
- Female futsal players
- Body Mass Index (BMI): 18.5-25 kg/m2.
- Regular participation in sports activities.
- No history of kinesiology tape application on the thighs within six months prior to the study.
Key exclusion criteria (4 listed)
- Medical history of knee or back pain, lower-limb surgeries, or joint deformities.
- Known allergies to kinesiology tape or conditions such as diabetes, fragile skin, pregnancy, open wounds, or deep vein thrombosis.
- Recent muscular injuries of the lower limbs within six months prior to the study.
- Any other conditions or contraindications that could interfere with participation or the outcomes of the study.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Kinesiology Tape ApplicationApplication Area: Applied specifically to the dominant leg, targeting the rectus femoris, vastus medialis, and vastus lateralis muscles. Tension Level: Applied with a standardized 50% tension. Duration: The tape was kept in place continuously for 30 days. Color: A blue-colored kinesiology tape was used to standardize the intervention and eliminate potential psychological effects of tape color. Technique: Applied by a licensed physical therapist with expertise in kinesiology taping techniques, certified by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties. | Other | Experimental Arm: Kinesiology Tape Intervention |
Primary outcome
Effect of Kinesiology Tape on Quadriceps Muscle Strength and Performance in Female Futsal Players
Time frame: From baseline assessment (pre-intervention) to 30 days post-intervention.
Isometric Quadriceps Strength: Unit of Measure: Newtons (N). Description: Maximum isometric quadriceps strength of the dominant leg. Assessment Method: Measured using a digital hand-held dynamometer. Participants are seated with their hips flexed at 90° and knees bent at 60°. Maximum force is recorded from three trials of isometric contraction, each lasting five seconds, with a 30-second rest interval between trials.
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 3 Feb 2025.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No. De-identified individual participant data will not be shared due to privacy concerns and the study protocol not including provisions for data sharing.
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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.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Kinesiology Tape Application in people with Muscle Strength and Rehabilitation, run by King Saud University at 1 site in Saudi Arabia.
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 4 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 3 Feb 2025. 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 Saudi Arabia. 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. 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?
Effect of Kinesiology Tape on Quadriceps Muscle Strength and Performance in Female Futsal Players (time frame: From baseline assessment (pre-intervention) to 30 days post-intervention.). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
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 3 Feb 2025.