Kinesio Tape for Balance, Ankle, and Jumping
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests whether different types of kinesio tape (a flexible tape placed on the skin) can improve balance, ankle function, and jumping ability in healthy young adults. It may help you if you are a physiotherapy student looking to understand how taping affects movement.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a healthy physiotherapy student
- You are between 18 and 25 years old
- You have no hip, knee, or foot problems
- You have no neurological conditions
- You have never had a fracture in your leg, ankle, or foot
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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