None listed
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Inhibitory kinesio taping® ( 50% stretch): The kinesio taping® will be applied to the medial gastrocnemius with
the Y-shaped technique. Group A will receive inhibitory kinesio taping®
Sponsors
Jamia Millia Islamia New Delhi
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. University athletes in the age group 18 to 26 both males and females 2. Athletes should be involved in sport-specific training at least 2 days per week 3. The calf girth difference is not more than 15% compared to the contralateral leg 4. Single leg Hop test. • For male collegiate athlete - 192±20cm (min. distance of jump) • For female collegiate athlete - 149±17cm (min. distance of jump
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Any history of spinal, hip, knee, or foot pathology since the last 6 months 2. Leg length discrepancy 3. Allergic to any type of tape, adhesive, or glue. 4. Any rheumatologic or neurological disorder or myofascial trigger points in the gastrocnemius muscle. 5. Any lower extremity surgery in the past 1year or musculoskeletal disorders that would prohibit the athlete from participating in sports
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Surface Electromyography Countermovement jumpTimepoint: At time 0 to 3 days | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Anthropometric measurement Calf muscle fatigue Muscle strength assessment Timepoint: At time 0 to 3 days | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactSwati Anthwal
Jamia Millia Islamia
Outcome results
None listed