EFFECT OF KINESIO TAPE ON SCAPULAR KINEMATICS IN SUBJECTS WITH SCAPULAR DYSKINESIS

Introduction: Scapular dyskinesis is an abnormality in scapula static or dynamic position. There are several techniques for scapular conservative treatment, including Kinesio Tape application, which used to promote and support joint alignment, decrease pain improve local muscle control. Objective. To investigate the effect of kinesio tape on kinematics subjects with dyskinesis. Methods. Fourteen performed flexion scaption movements two conditions: (1) without load (2) holding a dumbbell. A was applied over lower trapezius (Y shaped) 20% tension. Kinematic data were captured 10 infrared cameras analyzed based Euler angles, peak values upward rotation, internal posterior tilt angles. compare situations repeated measures two-way ANOVAs (? = 0.05) using SPSS software. Results. increase rotation during shoulder. No interaction (Load x KT) found flexion, suggesting that KT same, regardless condition. decreases significant between KT, could depend this movement. Conclusions. The results suggest may can be use as assistant subjects.