Balance DisordersKTFB-NSLBPNCT06945783
Kinesio Taping for Balance and Function in Low Back Pain
A study testing Kinesiology Taping and Physiotherapy in people with Balance Disorders and Low Back Pain, run by Elif Dilara Durmaz at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
This study aims to examine the effects of kinesiology taping on balance and functional ability in individuals with nonspecific low back pain. Nonspecific low back pain is a common condition that is not linked to a specific medical cause and is often associated with balance problems, reduced physical function, and… Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 65 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Balance Disorders, Low Back Pain
- What is being tested?
- Kinesiology Taping and Physiotherapy
- Type of treatment
- Medical device
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 35 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 20 Apr 2025to 20 Jun 2025
- 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 18 to 65 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Patients aged between 18 and 65 years
- Diagnosis of nonspecific low back pain
- Duration of low back pain longer than 6 weeks
- Ability to attend an outpatient physiotherapy program
Who cannot join
- History of spinal surgery
- Presence of neurological deficits on physical examination
- Contraindication to kinesiology taping
- Pregnancy
- Cardiovascular or pulmonary diseases that contraindicate exercise
- History of lower extremity surgery
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: A Randomized Controlled Trial on the Effect of Kinesio Taping on Balance and Functionality in Patients With Nonspecific Low Back Pain
This study aims to examine the effects of kinesiology taping on balance and functional ability in individuals with nonspecific low back pain. Nonspecific low back pain is a common condition that is not linked to a specific medical cause and is often associated with balance problems, reduced physical function, and psychological challenges. In this study, 35 patients aged between 18 and 65 were included. One group received kinesiology taping along with physiotherapy, while the other group received only physiotherapy.
Read the detailed description
Nonspecific low back pain (NSLBP) is a common musculoskeletal condition that cannot be attributed to a specific pathology. It often leads to limitations in functional activities, impaired balance, and psychological distress, such as depressive symptoms. This study investigates the effects of kinesiology taping on balance and functional outcomes in individuals diagnosed with NSLBP.
The study was conducted on 35 participants aged 18 to 65 years. Participants were randomly assigned to two groups: the intervention group received kinesiology taping in combination with physiotherapy, while the control group received only physiotherapy treatment. Various outcome measures were used to assess the effects of the interventions, including the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for pain intensity, Functional Rating Index (FRI), Modified Oswestry Disability Index (MODI), Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), Nottingham Health Profile (NHP), and the Flamingo Balance Test.
- Conditions
- Balance Disorders, Low Back Pain
- Being tested
- Kinesiology Taping, Physiotherapy
- Keywords
- Kinesiology Taping, Nonspecific Low Back Pain, Physiotherapy
- Medical subject headings
- Low Back Pain
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Kinesiology TapingDevice
Kinesiology taping was applied to the lumbar area of the participants in the intervention group. The taping aimed to improve posture, reduce pain, and enhance balance and functional performance.
PhysiotherapyOther
The physiotherapy program included therapeutic exercises and physical modalities (such as stretching, strengthening, and posture training) tailored for individuals with nonspecific low back pain.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Kinesiology Taping + Physiotherapy | Experimental | Participants in this group received kinesiology taping applied to the lumbar region in addition to a physiotherapy program that included therapeutic exercises and modalities tailored for nonspecific low back pain. The intervention aimed to improve balance, reduce pain, and enhance functional outcomes. Receives: Device: Kinesiology Taping; Other: Physiotherapy |
| Physiotherapy Only | Active comparator | Participants in this group received only the physiotherapy program, which included therapeutic exercises and modalities commonly used in the treatment of nonspecific low back pain. No kinesiology taping was applied in this group. Receives: Other: Physiotherapy |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Change in Functional Rating Index (FRI) score
Functional status was assessed using the Functional Rating Index (FRI) to evaluate the level of functional disability related to nonspecific low back pain. A decrease in the score indicates improved functional status.
Measured: Baseline (Day 1)": Initial assessment (Day 1 of the study) "3 weeks post-intervention": Second assessment, 3 weeks after the intervention (after the treatment program)
Secondary outcomes (5)
Change in Visual Analog Scale (VAS) score for pain
Pain intensity was evaluated using the Visual Analog Scale. A decrease in score indicates reduced pain severity.
Measured: Baseline (Day 1)": Initial assessment (Day 1 of the study) "3 weeks post-intervention": Second assessment, 3 weeks after the intervention (after the treatment program)
Change in Flamingo Balance Test (FBT) score
Balance was assessed using the Flamingo Balance Test. Improved performance indicates better postural control and balance.
Measured: Baseline (Day 1)": Initial assessment (Day 1 of the study) "3 weeks post-intervention": Second assessment, 3 weeks after the intervention (after the treatment program)
Change in Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) score
Psychological status was assessed using the Beck Depression Inventory. A decrease in score reflects improved mood and reduced depressive symptoms.
Measured: Baseline (Day 1)": Initial assessment (Day 1 of the study) "3 weeks post-intervention": Second assessment, 3 weeks after the intervention (after the treatment program)
Change in Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) score
Disability level related to low back pain was evaluated using the Oswestry Disability Index. A decrease in score reflects improved functional ability.
Measured: Baseline (Day 1)": Initial assessment (Day 1 of the study) "3 weeks post-intervention": Second assessment, 3 weeks after the intervention (after the treatment program)
Change in Nottingham Health Profile (NHP) score
Health-related quality of life was evaluated using the Nottingham Health Profile. A decrease in score indicates better quality of life.
Measured: Baseline (Day 1)": Initial assessment (Day 1 of the study) "3 weeks post-intervention": Second assessment, 3 weeks after the intervention (after the treatment program)
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted25 Apr 2025
- Study start20 Apr 2025
- Primary completion15 Jun 2025
- Study completion20 Jun 2025
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Balance DisordersStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- 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
- Other
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- Model Description: Participants were assigned to either an intervention group receiving kinesiology taping combined with physiotherapy or a control group receiving physiotherapy alone. Both groups were treated in parallel and assessed pre- and post-intervention.
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 35 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Elif Dilara Durmaz
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor-investigator, Elif Dilara Durmaz, Istinye University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06945783
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- ISU_NSLBP_KT_2025
- Acronym
- KTFB-NSLBP
- Status last verified
- Jun 2025
- First submitted
- 19 Mar 2025
- Last updated
- 26 Jun 2025
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Yes
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 26 Jun 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- A Randomized Controlled Trial on the Effect of Kinesio Taping on Balance and Functionality in Patients With Nonspecific Low Back Pain
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06945783
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- KTFB-NSLBP / ISU_NSLBP_KT_2025
- Conditions
- Balance Disorders, Low Back Pain
- Keywords
- Kinesiology Taping, Nonspecific Low Back Pain, Physiotherapy
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 35 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Elif Dilara DurmazUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 20 Apr 2025 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 15 Jun 2025 (actual)
- Study completion
- 20 Jun 2025 (actual)
- First posted
- 25 Apr 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.
This study aims to examine the effects of kinesiology taping on balance and functional ability in individuals with nonspecific low back pain. Nonspecific low back pain is a common condition that is not linked to a specific medical cause and is often associated with balance problems, reduced physical function, and psychological challenges. In this study, 35 patients aged between 18 and 65 were included. One group received kinesiology taping along with physiotherapy, while the other group received only physiotherapy.
Detailed description
Nonspecific low back pain (NSLBP) is a common musculoskeletal condition that cannot be attributed to a specific pathology. It often leads to limitations in functional activities, impaired balance, and psychological distress, such as depressive symptoms. This study investigates the effects of kinesiology taping on balance and functional outcomes in individuals diagnosed with NSLBP.
The study was conducted on 35 participants aged 18 to 65 years. Participants were randomly assigned to two groups: the intervention group received kinesiology taping in combination with physiotherapy, while the control group received only physiotherapy treatment. Various outcome measures were used to assess the effects of the interventions, including the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for pain intensity, Functional Rating Index (FRI), Modified Oswestry Disability Index (MODI), Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), Nottingham Health Profile (NHP), and the Flamingo Balance Test.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Other
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- Model Description: Participants were assigned to either an intervention group receiving kinesiology taping combined with physiotherapy or a control group receiving physiotherapy alone. Both groups were treated in parallel and assessed pre- and post-intervention.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Kinesiology Taping + Physiotherapy | Experimental | Device: Kinesiology Taping, Other: PhysiotherapyParticipants in this group received kinesiology taping applied to the lumbar region in addition to a physiotherapy program that included therapeutic exercises and modalities tailored for nonspecific low back pain. The intervention aimed to improve balance, reduce pain, and enhance functional outcomes. |
| Physiotherapy Only | Active comparator | Other: PhysiotherapyParticipants in this group received only the physiotherapy program, which included therapeutic exercises and modalities commonly used in the treatment of nonspecific low back pain. No kinesiology taping was applied in this group. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 65 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (4 listed)
- Patients aged between 18 and 65 years
- Diagnosis of nonspecific low back pain
- Duration of low back pain longer than 6 weeks
- Ability to attend an outpatient physiotherapy program
Key exclusion criteria (6 listed)
- History of spinal surgery
- Presence of neurological deficits on physical examination
- Contraindication to kinesiology taping
- Pregnancy
- Cardiovascular or pulmonary diseases that contraindicate exercise
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 TapingKinesiology taping was applied to the lumbar area of the participants in the intervention group. The taping aimed to improve posture, reduce pain, and enhance balance and functional performance. | Device | Kinesiology Taping + Physiotherapy |
| PhysiotherapyThe physiotherapy program included therapeutic exercises and physical modalities (such as stretching, strengthening, and posture training) tailored for individuals with nonspecific low back pain. | Other | Kinesiology Taping + Physiotherapy, Physiotherapy Only |
Primary outcome
Change in Functional Rating Index (FRI) score
Time frame: Baseline (Day 1)": Initial assessment (Day 1 of the study) "3 weeks post-intervention": Second assessment, 3 weeks after the intervention (after the treatment program)
Functional status was assessed using the Functional Rating Index (FRI) to evaluate the level of functional disability related to nonspecific low back pain. A decrease in the score indicates improved functional status.
5 secondary outcomes
Change in Visual Analog Scale (VAS) score for pain
Time frame: Baseline (Day 1)": Initial assessment (Day 1 of the study) "3 weeks post-intervention": Second assessment, 3 weeks after the intervention (after the treatment program)
Change in Flamingo Balance Test (FBT) score
Time frame: Baseline (Day 1)": Initial assessment (Day 1 of the study) "3 weeks post-intervention": Second assessment, 3 weeks after the intervention (after the treatment program)
Change in Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) score
Time frame: Baseline (Day 1)": Initial assessment (Day 1 of the study) "3 weeks post-intervention": Second assessment, 3 weeks after the intervention (after the treatment program)
Change in Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) score
Time frame: Baseline (Day 1)": Initial assessment (Day 1 of the study) "3 weeks post-intervention": Second assessment, 3 weeks after the intervention (after the treatment program)
Change in Nottingham Health Profile (NHP) score
Time frame: Baseline (Day 1)": Initial assessment (Day 1 of the study) "3 weeks post-intervention": Second assessment, 3 weeks after the intervention (after the treatment program)
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 26 Jun 2025.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Yes
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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 Taping and Physiotherapy in people with Balance Disorders and Low Back Pain, run by Elif Dilara Durmaz at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
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 6 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 26 Jun 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 Turkey (Türkiye). 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?
Change in Functional Rating Index (FRI) score (time frame: Baseline (Day 1)": Initial assessment (Day 1 of the study) "3 weeks post-intervention": Second assessment, 3 weeks after the intervention (after the treatment program)). 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 26 Jun 2025.