The Effects of Taping and Corrective Exercise Program on Spine and Pelvic Balance in University Students

Background. This study aimed to measure the alignment level, bone density, and body composition of the human body using DEXA and formetric 4D before and after applying the taping treatment and corrective exercise program for 8 weeks and to analyze the difference. Methods. This study was conducted in three different groups: those who applied exercise and taping (TCEG), those who only applied exercise (CEG), and the control group, who applied neither (CG). The correct exercise program for this study was constructed by referring to corrective exercise for dysfunction of the lumbopelvic-hip complex. After conducting overhead squat motion evaluation for the study participants, two upper and lower body programs were created and applied alternately, considering the compensation action. Results. As for the post-mortem results of TECG, the change in the torso slope and the average value were the highest, and the left and right results were significant in the torso imbalance. As a result of measuring pelvic tilt and torsion, the most corrected value in TECG was confirmed. Conclusion. We think it is necessary to correct the body shape through corrective exercise. Although various studies on corrective exercise have been conducted, they do not provide a clear standard, and body imbalance is related to several factors, so it is necessary to conduct research at a more systemic level. Various factors must be considered, such as attempts to correct the alignment of the spine and pelvis and the differences in body composition. A complex and diverse follow-up study of corrective exercise programs and body imbalance will be needed in the future.