A comparative study of the acute effects of knee brace vs. kinesiotape on selected isokinetic strength variables of the knee muscles

Yılmaz A. K., VURAL M., ÖZDAL M., Kabadayı M.

ISOKINETICS AND EXERCISE SCIENCE, vol.29, no.4, pp.387-392, 2021 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 29 Issue: 4
  • Publication Date: 2021
  • Doi Number: 10.3233/ies-200175
  • Journal Name: ISOKINETICS AND EXERCISE SCIENCE
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, Academic Search Premier, BIOSIS, CINAHL, EMBASE, SportDiscus
  • Page Numbers: pp.387-392
  • Keywords: Strength imbalance, acceleration time, isokinetic, H/Q ratio, MUSCULAR STRENGTH, HEALTHY-SUBJECTS, SPORTS INJURIES, PEAK TORQUE, QUADRICEPS, PERFORMANCE, EXTENSION, EFFICACY, RATIO, PAIN
  • Ondokuz Mayıs University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Different methods of treatment for preventing knee injuries, enhancing knee strength and minimising post-injury risks have been explored. Among these methods, Kinesio tape (KT) and knee braces (KB) are commonly used.