Finger FractureKT HandNCT06988137
Kinesio Taping for Finger Injuries
A study testing Kinesio Taping, Buddy Taping and Splinting in people with Finger Fracture and Finger Sprain, run by Onur Gültekin at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
This study is a prospective, randomized controlled trial evaluating the effectiveness of three conservative treatment approaches-Kinesio taping (KT), buddy taping (BT), and static splinting-for managing finger ligament injuries and non-displaced fractures. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 5 to 60 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Finger Fracture, Finger Sprain, Ligament Injury of the Finger
- What is being tested?
- Kinesio Taping, Buddy Taping and Splinting
- Type of treatment
- Medical device, Surgery or procedure
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 175 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 1 Mar 2024to 15 Oct 2024
- 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 5 to 60 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Child, Adult
Who may be able to join
- Age between 5 and 60 years
- Presentation within 5 days of injury
- Acute finger ligament sprain or non-displaced finger fracture (PIP or phalangeal)
- Ability to provide informed consent (or parental consent for minors)
- Availability for 3-month follow-up
Who cannot join
- Open fractures
- Polytrauma or systemic injury
- Delayed presentation (>5 days post-injury)
- Need for surgical fixation
- Previous injury or deformity in the same finger
- Neurological or rheumatologic disorders affecting hand function
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital
Istanbul, 34752
About this study
Official title: Comparative Evaluation of Kinesio Taping, Buddy Taping, and Splinting in Finger Injuries: A Randomized Controlled Trial
This study is a prospective, randomized controlled trial evaluating the effectiveness of three conservative treatment approaches-Kinesio taping (KT), buddy taping (BT), and static splinting-for managing finger ligament injuries and non-displaced fractures. A total of 175 patients between the ages of 5 and 60 were randomly assigned to one of the treatment groups and monitored over a 3-month period. The study aims to assess outcomes including range of motion (ROM), grip strength, pain levels, and functional recovery using the QuickDASH questionnaire.
Read the detailed description
Finger ligament injuries and non-displaced fractures are common conditions encountered in both pediatric and adult orthopedic populations. Conservative treatment options such as buddy taping and splinting are commonly employed in clinical practice, although each method may affect mobility and patient comfort differently.
This randomized controlled trial was conducted to evaluate three conservative treatment modalities-Kinesio taping (KT), buddy taping (BT), and static volar splinting-in patients aged 5 to 60 years. Participants were randomly assigned to one of the three treatment groups and evaluated at three time points: Day 3, Week 3, and Month 3.
The primary outcome measure was the range of motion of the injured finger. Secondary outcomes included grip strength, pain scores, QuickDASH assessments, and incidence of skin-related complications. Outcome evaluations were performed by an independent orthopedic surgeon who was blinded to group assignment.
Patients were stratified into pediatric and adult subgroups to assess age-related differences in treatment response. The study followed a parallel assignment design and employed single-blind outcome assessment.
- Conditions
- Finger Fracture, Finger Sprain, Ligament Injury of the Finger, Proximal Interphalangeal (PIP) Joint Injury
- Being tested
- Kinesio Taping, Buddy Taping, Splinting
- Keywords
- Kinesio taping, Buddy taping, Conservative treatment, QuickDASH, Grip strength, Range of motion, Non-operative hand fracture, Randomized controlled trial
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Kinesio TapingDevice
Elastic therapeutic tape was applied using the ligament correction technique. The tape was reapplied at Day 3 and Day 21 under supervision
Buddy TapingProcedure or surgery
Buddy taping involved strapping the injured finger to an adjacent digit using medical tape. Early motion was restricted.
SplintingDevice
A custom-molded thermoplastic splint was applied to restrict joint movement and maintain alignment. Patients remained immobilized until Week 3.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Kinesio Taping Group | Experimental | Participants received Kinesio taping using the ligament correction technique with 75-100% elasticity. Immediate active motion was encouraged without immobilization. Receives: Device: Kinesio Taping |
| Buddy Taping | Active comparator | Participants received buddy taping with adjacent finger stabilization and interdigital padding. Mobilization was allowed after 2 weeks. Receives: Procedure: Buddy Taping |
| Splinting Group | Active comparator | Participants were treated with a static volar splint immobilizing the PIP and DIP joints at 20° flexion. Receives: Device: Splinting |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Range of Motion (ROM) in Injured Finger
Flexion and extension angles of the injured finger joints measured using a digital goniometer. Results expressed in degrees. Higher values indicate better mobility.
Measured: Week 3 and Month 3
Secondary outcomes (3)
QuickDASH Disability Score
Functional status of the upper limb evaluated using the QuickDASH questionnaire. Scores range from 0 (no disability) to 100 (maximum disability). Lower scores indicate better function.
Measured: Week 3 and Month 3
Grip Strength Recovery
Hand grip strength of the injured side measured using a dynamometer, expressed as a percentage of the unaffected side. Higher percentages indicate better recovery.
Measured: Month 3
Incidence of Skin Complications
Occurrence of skin maceration, irritation, or pressure sores recorded during follow-up visits.
Measured: Up to Month 3
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted23 May 2025
- Study start1 Mar 2024
- Primary completion1 Jun 2024
- Study completion15 Oct 2024
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Finger FractureStudies 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
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- Participants were randomly assigned to one of three treatment groups (Kinesio taping, buddy taping, or splinting) and followed for 3 months.
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 175 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Onur Gültekin
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor-investigator, Onur Gültekin, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06988137
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- FSMEAH-2022-78-KT
- Acronym
- KT Hand
- Status last verified
- May 2025
- First submitted
- 14 May 2025
- Last updated
- 23 May 2025
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No: Individual participant data (IPD) will not be shared due to ethical considerations, lack of specific participant consent for data sharing beyond the study scope, and the absence of a secure data repository. The study was conducted at a single institution and was not originally designed for secondary data use. Future data sharing may be considered upon formal request and appropriate ethical approvals.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 23 May 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Comparative Evaluation of Kinesio Taping, Buddy Taping, and Splinting in Finger Injuries: A Randomized Controlled Trial
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06988137
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- KT Hand / FSMEAH-2022-78-KT
- Conditions
- Finger Fracture, Finger Sprain, Ligament Injury of the Finger, Proximal Interphalangeal (PIP) Joint Injury
- Keywords
- Kinesio taping, Buddy taping, Conservative treatment, QuickDASH, Grip strength, Range of motion, Non-operative hand fracture, Randomized controlled trial
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 175 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Onur GültekinUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Mar 2024 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 1 Jun 2024 (actual)
- Study completion
- 15 Oct 2024 (actual)
- First posted
- 23 May 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 is a prospective, randomized controlled trial evaluating the effectiveness of three conservative treatment approaches-Kinesio taping (KT), buddy taping (BT), and static splinting-for managing finger ligament injuries and non-displaced fractures. A total of 175 patients between the ages of 5 and 60 were randomly assigned to one of the treatment groups and monitored over a 3-month period. The study aims to assess outcomes including range of motion (ROM), grip strength, pain levels, and functional recovery using the QuickDASH questionnaire.
Detailed description
Finger ligament injuries and non-displaced fractures are common conditions encountered in both pediatric and adult orthopedic populations. Conservative treatment options such as buddy taping and splinting are commonly employed in clinical practice, although each method may affect mobility and patient comfort differently.
This randomized controlled trial was conducted to evaluate three conservative treatment modalities-Kinesio taping (KT), buddy taping (BT), and static volar splinting-in patients aged 5 to 60 years. Participants were randomly assigned to one of the three treatment groups and evaluated at three time points: Day 3, Week 3, and Month 3.
The primary outcome measure was the range of motion of the injured finger. Secondary outcomes included grip strength, pain scores, QuickDASH assessments, and incidence of skin-related complications. Outcome evaluations were performed by an independent orthopedic surgeon who was blinded to group assignment.
Patients were stratified into pediatric and adult subgroups to assess age-related differences in treatment response. The study followed a parallel assignment design and employed single-blind outcome assessment.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 3
- Model description
- Participants were randomly assigned to one of three treatment groups (Kinesio taping, buddy taping, or splinting) and followed for 3 months.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Kinesio Taping Group | Experimental | Device: Kinesio TapingParticipants received Kinesio taping using the ligament correction technique with 75-100% elasticity. Immediate active motion was encouraged without immobilization. |
| Buddy Taping | Active comparator | Procedure: Buddy TapingParticipants received buddy taping with adjacent finger stabilization and interdigital padding. Mobilization was allowed after 2 weeks. |
| Splinting Group | Active comparator | Device: SplintingParticipants were treated with a static volar splint immobilizing the PIP and DIP joints at 20° flexion. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 5 to 60 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Child, Adult
Key inclusion criteria (5 listed)
- Age between 5 and 60 years
- Presentation within 5 days of injury
- Acute finger ligament sprain or non-displaced finger fracture (PIP or phalangeal)
- Ability to provide informed consent (or parental consent for minors)
- Availability for 3-month follow-up
Key exclusion criteria (6 listed)
- Open fractures
- Polytrauma or systemic injury
- Delayed presentation (>5 days post-injury)
- Need for surgical fixation
- Previous injury or deformity in the same finger
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 TapingElastic therapeutic tape was applied using the ligament correction technique. The tape was reapplied at Day 3 and Day 21 under supervision | Device | Kinesio Taping Group |
| Buddy TapingBuddy taping involved strapping the injured finger to an adjacent digit using medical tape. Early motion was restricted. | Procedure or surgery | Buddy Taping |
| SplintingA custom-molded thermoplastic splint was applied to restrict joint movement and maintain alignment. Patients remained immobilized until Week 3. | Device | Splinting Group |
Primary outcome
Range of Motion (ROM) in Injured Finger
Time frame: Week 3 and Month 3
Flexion and extension angles of the injured finger joints measured using a digital goniometer. Results expressed in degrees. Higher values indicate better mobility.
3 secondary outcomes
QuickDASH Disability Score
Time frame: Week 3 and Month 3
Grip Strength Recovery
Time frame: Month 3
Incidence of Skin Complications
Time frame: Up to Month 3
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 23 May 2025.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No. Individual participant data (IPD) will not be shared due to ethical considerations, lack of specific participant consent for data sharing beyond the study scope, and the absence of a secure data repository. The study was conducted at a single institution and was not originally designed for secondary data use. Future data sharing may be considered upon formal request and appropriate ethical approvals.
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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 Kinesio Taping, Buddy Taping and Splinting in people with Finger Fracture and Finger Sprain, run by Onur Gültekin 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 5 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 23 May 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?
Range of Motion (ROM) in Injured Finger (time frame: Week 3 and Month 3). 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 23 May 2025.