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KMID : 0357220100220010033
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Journal of Korean Society Physical Therapy
2010 Volume.22 No. 1 p.33 ~ p.38
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The Effects of Taping on Metacarpophalangeal Disorders of the Thumb
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Lee Moon-Hwan
Kim Eung-Chang
Lee Soo-Yeon
Park Rae-Joon
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Abstract
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Purpose: This study investigated the effect of taping therapy on metacarpophalangeal (MCP) disorders of the thumb.
Methods: Twenty eight patients were enrolled in this study. They were randomly assigned to experimental (n=16) or a control group (n=12). The experimental and control groups received Ultrasound (Gymna Pulson 200) operating at a frequency of 3MHz and an intensity of with a 100% duty cycle for 10 minutes. The experimental group received, additionally, taping using Kinesiotape on the injured thumb. The following parameters were measured:pain during rest and flexion of the thumb, tenderness, range of motion (ROM), pinch and spherical grip power pre- and post-treatment. This study was carried out 3 days per week throughout the 2-week treatment.
Results: There were significant improvements in pain during rest and flexion of the thumb, tenderness, ROM, pinch and spherical grip power between pre- and post-treatment times in both groups (p<0.05). However, there was a significant difference in all parameters between the experimental and control groups (p<0.05). Finally, the satisfaction level after intervention was significantly higher in the experimental group than in the control group (p<0.05).
Conclusion: Taping is effective for treating pain and dysfunction in patients with thumb disorders.
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KEYWORD
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Taping, Thumb, Metacarpophalangeal, MCP, Pain
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