Effect of Kinesiology Taping Combined with Close Chain Exercises for Upper Limb in Shoulde Impingement Syndrome on Pain and Functio Among Athletes: An Experimental Study

  • Unique Paper ID: 172324
  • Volume: 11
  • Issue: 8
  • PageNo: 2742-2744
  • Abstract:
  • Background: Shoulder impingement syndrome (SIS) is a common musculoskeletal disorder among athletes, significantly impacting pain and function. Kinesiology taping (KT) and closed-chain exercises (CCE) have been individually used for shoulder rehabilitation, but their combined effect remains underexplored. Objective: To evaluate the effect of kinesiology taping combined with closed-chain exercises on pain and function in athletes with SIS. Methods: This experimental study included 40 athletes diagnosed with SIS, randomly allocated into two groups: Group A (KT + CCE) and Group B (CCE only). Pain intensity was assessed using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), and shoulder function was evaluated using the Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI). The intervention lasted for four weeks, with three sessions per week. Pre- and post-intervention scores for NPRS and SPADI were analyzed using paired and independent t-tests. Results: Group A demonstrated a significant reduction in NPRS scores (mean difference: 3.5, p<0.001) and SPADI scores (mean difference: 20.8, p<0.001) compared to Group B (mean NPRS difference: 2.1, p<0.01; mean SPADI difference: 12.5, p<0.01). Intergroup analysis revealed statistically significant improvements in Group A for both outcomes (p<0.05). Conclusion: The combination of kinesiology taping and closed-chain exercises was more effective in reducing pain and improving function in athletes with SIS compared to closed-chain exercises alone. This intervention offers a promising approach for athletic rehabilitation.

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