Influence of Kinesio tape application on masticatory muscles activity evaluated using surface electromyography – a pilot study
Journal Title: European Journal of Medical Technologies - Year 2016, Vol 11, Issue 2
Abstract
Introduction Kinesio tape (KT) application is a treatment option for patients with musculoskeletal problems. High levels of muscle tenderness in trapezius muscle were correlated with high levels of jaw dysfunction. Aim The aim of the present study was to evaluate the influence of Kinesio tape application on the masticatory muscles activity using surface electromyography. Material and methods Thirty healthy adults (10 men and 20 women; mean age 25±6) were examined. The electrical activity of the temporalis anterior (TA) and masseter muscle (MM) of the right and left side before and after KT application on trapezius muscle was recorded during two conditions: resting mandibular position and isometric clenching. The electromyograph BioEMG III and BioPAK Measurement System were used for the recording. Result The electrical activity of the TA and MM muscles of the right and left side during clenching isometric activity after KT application was significance lower in comparison to isometric activity before KT application (mean difference: TAR -6.417µV, TAL -9.313µV, MMR -20.827µV, MML -12.953µV; p<0.05). Conclusions Application of Kinesio tape on trapezius muscle reduces masticatory muscle activity during clenching.
Authors and Affiliations
Michał Ginszt, Marcin Berger, Magdalena Bakalczuk, Piotr Gawda, Jacek Szkutnik, Marta Suwała
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