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The Immediate Effects of Elastic Taping on Center of Pressure and Foot Pressure Distribution

  • Jung-Hee Kim (Department of Physical Therapy, Andong Science College) ;
  • Jong-Ho Kook (Department of Physical Therapy, Andong Science College) ;
  • Sang-Mi Lee (Department of Physical Therapy, Andong Science College) ;
  • Eun-Bin Ko (Department of Physical Therapy, Andong Science College) ;
  • Song-Yi Han (Department of Physical Therapy, Andong Science College) ;
  • Yeon-Jeong Kim (Department of Physical Therapy, Andong Science College) ;
  • Byeong-Jun Min (Department of Physical Therapy, Andong Science College)
  • Received : 2024.01.18
  • Accepted : 2024.02.26
  • Published : 2024.04.30
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Abstract

Purpose: Ankle instability is a common issue in both daily activities and sports, often leading to recurrent injuries. Elastic taping is a non-pharmacological intervention used to improve ankle stability. This study aimed to investigate the immediate effects of elastic taping on ankle stability, center of pressure (COP) movement, and foot pressure distribution. Methods: A single-group pre-posttest design was employed, with 30 participants included in the study. Plantar pressure and COP parameters were measured before and after the application of elastic taping. Taping was administered in three distinct patterns to enhance ankle stability. Results: Immediate effects of elastic taping were evident in COP parameters. Following taping application, there was a significant decrease in COP total displacement, COP area, and COP velocity. However, no significant changes were observed in plantar pressure parameters. Conclusion: The application of elastic taping in this study demonstrated immediate effects on ankle stability and COP parameters, indicating its potential as a viable intervention for improving balance. Further research with larger sample sizes and long-term follow-up is needed to elucidate the sustained effects of elastic taping on ankle stability.

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