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NCT Number: NCT06831682

Efficacy of Kinesiotaping During Rehabilitation Following Total Knee Replacement Surgery

The aim of this study was to examine the efficacy of Kinesiotaping (KT) within postoperative rehabilitation after Total Knee Replacement (TKR) surgery by determining whether KT enhances early postoperative outcomes, in terms of reduction of swelling, pain relief and improvement in the function of the knee joint, compared to conventional rehabilitation without the use of KT.

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Key information

Conditions

Total Knee Replacement Postoperative Recovery Rehabilitation Outcome

Age range

18 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

SRH Health Center Bad Herrenalb

Bad Herrenalb, 76332, Germany

About this study

Kinesiotaping and Rehabilitation after Total Knee Replacement The effectiveness of Kinesiotaping (KT) in postoperative rehabilitation remains scientifically unproven, despite its widespread use. KT is believed to reduce pain and swelling, improve muscle function, and enhance joint mobility by promoting blood flow and lymphatic drainage. However, high-quality studies assessing its efficacy, particularly following Total Knee Replacement (TKR), are lacking.

Aim of the Study The aim of this study is to demonstrate that KT, when applied during inpatient rehabilitation after TKR, improves clinical outcomes compared to standard rehabilitation without KT.

Specifically, the investigators aim to show that:

KT reduces postoperative swelling and pain, thereby enhancing knee function. KT promotes faster recovery of muscle strength and range of motion. KT shortens the time needed to achieve key postoperative milestones, allowing for a more effective rehabilitation process.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

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

Inclusion criteria

  • Adults aged ≥18 years.
  • Patients who have undergone primary Total Knee Replacement (TKR) with uncomplicated wound conditions.
  • No signs of infection post-surgery.
  • Ability to understand study procedures and complete required questionnaires.

Exclusion criteria

  • Revision TKR surgeries.
  • Early postoperative complications (e.g., wound healing disorders, deep infections, thrombosis).
  • Severe comorbidities (e.g., heart failure NYHA class 3-4, renal insufficiency grade 3-4, chronic lymphedema, dermatological conditions).
  • Known allergies to Kinesiotaping (KT) or adhesive materials.
  • Neurological or neuromuscular disorders.
  • Cognitive impairments (e.g., dementia) affecting compliance.

Treatment and study plan

Kinesiotaping (KT)

Device

Kinesiotaping will be applied using muscle, lymphatic, and ligament taping techniques to promote healing, reduce swelling, and improve muscle function following total knee replacement surgery.

Other names: K-Active Tape

Standard Rehabilitation

Other

Patients will receive standard postoperative rehabilitation, including physiotherapy, gait training, and medical exercises, without the application of Kinesiotaping.

Primary outcomes

  1. Pain Level Using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS)

    Time frame: From postoperative day 10 to postoperative day 25.

    Pain Level Using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS): Pain intensity will be assessed using the Numeric Rating Scale, ranging from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst possible pain).

    Unit of Measure: NRS score (0-10), where higher scores indicate worse pain.

  2. Knee Circumference (Swelling)

    Time frame: From postoperative day 10 to postoperative day 25.

    Knee Circumference (Swelling): The circumference of the operated knee will be measured using a standard tape measure at a consistent anatomical location.

    Unit of Measure: Centimeters.

  3. Passive Range of Motion (PROM)

    Time frame: From postoperative day 10 to postoperative day 25.

    Passive Range of Motion (PROM): Knee joint mobility (flexion and extension) will be measured using a goniometer.

    Unit of Measure: Degrees.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Timed Up and Go Test

    Time frame: From postoperative day 10 to postoperative day 25.

    Timed Up and Go Test: Measures the time (in seconds) for a patient to rise from a chair, walk 3 meters, turn, and return to the chair.

    Unit of Measure: Seconds (lower scores indicate better mobility).

  2. Chair Stand Test

    Time frame: From postoperative day 10 to postoperative day 25.

    Chair Stand Test: Measures the number of times a patient can rise from a chair and sit down within 30 seconds.

    Unit of Measure: Count (higher scores indicate better lower limb strength).

  3. 10-Meter Walk Test

    Time frame: From postoperative day 10 to postoperative day 25.

    10-Meter Walk Test: Measures the time taken to walk 10 meters at a self-selected pace.

    Unit of Measure: Seconds (lower scores indicate better walking ability).

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

SRH Gesundheitszentrum Bad Herrenalb

Network

Registry information

Official study title

Efficacy of Kinesiotaping During Rehabilitation Following Total Knee Replacement Surgery- a Prospective Randomised Controlled Trial

Acronym: KT-TKR

Important dates

Study start
2025
Primary completion
2025
Study completion
2026
First posted
Feb 18, 2025
Registry last updated
Feb 18, 2025

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