Kinesio tape for calf endurance in healthy young adults
This study tests whether applying Kinesio tape (a stretchy, supportive tape) to the calf can improve how long you can rise up on your toes and how well your calf muscle gets oxygen. It is for healthy young adults with no past ankle injuries.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 25 years old
- Your ankle is stable (no frequent giving way) — scored at least 28 on a standard ankle stability questionnaire
- You are not a couch potato — you get at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise each week
- You are not a competitive athlete
- You have never sprained your ankle, had a leg fracture, or had surgery on your lower limbs
- You have no nerve, balance, or inner-ear disorders
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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