Effects of Kinesio-Taping Combined with Physical Therapy on Upper Limb Movement, Spasticity, and Function in Patients with Subacute Stroke

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are studying patients with subacute stroke to evaluate the additional effects of kinesio taping combined with conventional physical therapy on upper limb function, range of motion, and spasticity. This randomized control trial aims to determine whether adding kinesio taping provides significant improvements compared to physical therapy alone. The study is conducted in rehabilitation settings and includes adults aged 40 to 65 years with a history of diagnosed stroke and moderate spasticity. Participants are divided into two groups. The experimental group receives kinesio taping three times per week along with physical therapy exercises including passive and active range of motion ROM, PNF stretching, D1 flexion and extension movements, and resistance training with a medium resistance band from weeks 3 to 6. The control group receives the same physical therapy regimen but without kinesio taping. Treatments last 30 minutes on alternate days over six weeks. During the study, participants upper limb spasticity and function are assessed at baseline, week 3, and week 6 using the Modified Ashworth Scale and the Wolf Motor Function Test. Range of motion is measured with a goniometer for shoulder, elbow, and wrist joints. Data collection includes demographic information and questionnaires. The study monitors outcomes throughout the six-week treatment period to analyze differences between groups.

Additional Effects of Kinesio-Taping Along with Conservative Physical Therapy on Upper Limb Function, Range of Motion and Spasticity in the Patients with Subacute Stroke