Deformity Flexion
Conditions
Brief summary
To determine the role of using Kinesiology tape on the prevention of elbow flexion tightness in infants with extended Erb's palsy.
Detailed description
PURPOSE: To determine the role of using Kinesiology tape on the prevention of elbow flexion tightness in infants with extended Erb's palsy. BACKGROUND: BACKGROUND Neglecting or even delay in Brachial plexus birth palsy management, may result in substantial and chronic impairment. Physiotherapy, microsurgical nerve reconstruction, secondary joint corrections, and muscle transpositions are employed to help the child maximize function in the affected upper extremity. Kinesiology taping can have an effect on muscle performance and support joint by improving proprioception, normalizing muscle tone, correct the inappropriate positions and stimulate skin receptors. The possible effect of kinesiotaping on muscle strength has been investigated by numerous researchers that have theorized that kinesiotaping facilitates an immediate increase in muscle strength by generating a concentric pull on the fascia. HYPOTHESES: There will be no role of Kinesiology tape on the prevention of elbow flexion tightness in infants with extended Erb's palsy. RESEARCH QUESTION: Is there a role of using Kinesiology tape in preventing elbow flexion tightness in infants with extended Erb's palsy?
Interventions
OTHERKinesio Tape
Elastic Kinesiology Tape
OTHERPhysical therapy program
designed physical therapy program
Sponsors
MTI University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
SINGLE (Subject)
Masking description
single blind masking
Intervention model description
Group A: physical therapy program Group B: physical therapy program inaddition to kinesiotaping
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
3 Months to 6 Months
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* 3-6 months of age * had unilateral extended BPBP involving cervical 5, 6, and 7 roots lesion * based on an EMG referral by a physiatrist * had positive grasp reflex on both sides * had asymmetrical Moro reflex on the affected side.
Exclusion criteria
\- surgical interferences arm fracture or dislocations hypersensitivity to latex and adhesive tapes
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Elbow extension ROM | 3 months | The range of motion of the extension of the elbow will be measured by smartphone goniometer G-Pro and recorded in degrees |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| muscle strength | 3 months | elbow flexors and extensors muscle strength will be measured using the Toronto Active Movement Scale and recorded by number scale from 0-7; 0 meaning no contraction while 7 mean normal power |
Countries
Egypt
Contacts
Primary ContactRadwa S Ahmed, MSc
Outcome results
None listed