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NCT Number: NCT06787079

Effect of Kinesio Taping Application in Addition to Pilates Exercises on Core Muscle Thickness, Cognition and Mental Fatigue in Individuals With Non-specific Low Back Pain

Low back pain is a common problem. In low back pain, the core region and posture are frequently affected. However, no definitive decision has been reached regarding cognition and mental fatigue. In the treatment of low back pain, exercise and kinesio taping approaches are frequently used. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effects of kinesio taping applied in addition to pilates exercises on pain, core muscle thickness, strength and endurance, posture, cognition and mental fatigue in individuals with non-specific low back pain and to compare it with placebo taping and the control group. The primary outcome measure of this study is core muscle thickness, while other measurements will be considered as secondary outcomes.

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Key information

Conditions

Low Back Pain Back Pain Behavior Behavioral Symptoms Fatigue Mental Fatigue Neurologic Manifestations Non Specific Low Back Pain Pain Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Signs and Symptoms

Age range

30 year–55 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

GYM Center, Ankara, Çankaya, Turkey (Türkiye)

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Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • • Having back pain of at least 3 out of 10 points on the Visual Analog Scale,
  • Being between the ages of 30-55,
  • Having back pain for at least 1 month,
  • Having been tested with a test piece beforehand and not having an allergy to kinesio taping.

Exclusion criteria

  • • Having had surgery for back pain,
  • Not complying with treatment,
  • Having a neurological deficit,
  • Having a body mass index over 30,
  • Having a positive straight leg raising test,
  • Having a positive slump test,
  • Having a positive bowstring test,
  • Being pregnant,
  • Having received any treatment for back pain in the last month,
  • Doing regular exercise in the last month.

Treatment and study plan

Kinesio Tape

Other

Kinesio tape is a non-invasive therapeutic approach that does not involve any medication. It is often used to support tissue and reduce pain.

Pilates

Other

Pilates exercises are mind-body exercises that are performed on a mat or with special equipment and focus on strength, core stability, flexibility, muscle control, posture and breathing. Pilates exercises are frequently used to develop elements such as core stability, muscle flexibility and strength, physical fitness and body awareness.

Placebo

Other

Placebo taping will be applied in the same way as kinesio taping, but with plaster tape.

Primary outcomes

  1. Core Muscle Thickness

    Time frame: Beginning, Week 3, Week 6

    Core muscle thickness will be measured with ultrasound. The measurement will be taken first in the resting position and then by performing the hollowing maneuver. The difference between the two will be recorded.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Low Back Pain Intensity

    Time frame: Beginning, Week 3, Week 6

    Visual analog scale (VAS) will be used in pain assessment. Patients will be asked to mark the pain intensity on a 10 cm scale defined as "0 (no pain)" and "10 (unbearable pain)". The point marked on the scale will be measured with a ruler (in cm) and recorded. Pain intensity will be evaluated in three different situations: activity, rest and night pain.

  2. Core Muscle Strength

    Time frame: Beginning, Week 3, Week 6

    A pressurized biofeedback unit (BBU) will be used when evaluating muscle strength. BBU is a device that can be used to measure muscle function by detecting the movement of a muscle. Before the measurement, the person will be taught the "Abdominal Hollowing" maneuver, which is a maneuver to pull the abdominal wall inward by saying "Pull your belly up and in." Then, while the person is lying face down, the device will be fixed at 70mmHg and placed at the person's anterior superior iliac level. Then, the person will be asked to perform the maneuver and continue it for 10 seconds, and the change in pressure will be recorded. It will be repeated 3 times and the best measurement will be taken as the final measurement.

  3. Core Muscle Endurance

    Time frame: Beginning, Week 3, Week 6

    The endurance of the core muscles will be evaluated in plank and side plank positions. Individuals will be asked to stand in plank and bilateral side plank positions and how long they can maintain this position will be measured.

  4. Posture

    Time frame: Beginning, Week 3, Week 6

    The "APECS (AI Posture Evaluation and Correction System)" mobile application will be used in posture assessment. For measurements, photographs will be taken from the front and side and analyzed with the program. The degrees given by the analysis will be noted on the assessment form and comparison will be made.

  5. Cognition

    Time frame: Beginning, Week 3, Week 6

    Montreal Cognitive Assessment will be used in cognition assessment. The maximum score for this scale is 30. 21 and above is considered good.

  6. Mental Fatigue

    Time frame: Beginning, Week 3, Week 6

    The Mental Fatigue Scale (MFS) will be used when assessing mental fatigue. The MFS was created to measure the effects of mental fatigue in various life situations. The person will be asked to answer the scale questions and then the score for each question will be added up. The higher the total score, the higher the mental fatigue is reported to be. The maximum score can be 38.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Istanbul Saglik Bilimleri University

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Registry information

Official study title

Effect of Kinesio Taping Application in Addition to Pilates Exercises on Core Muscle Thickness, Cognition and Mental Fatigue in Individuals With Non-specific Low Back Pain: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Study

Important dates

Study start
2025
Primary completion
2026
Study completion
2026
First posted
Jan 22, 2025
Registry last updated
Jul 20, 2026

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