Subacromial Impingement SyndromeNCT07624136
Effects of Kinesio Taping on Thoracolumbar Fascia Flexibility in Patients With Shoulder Injury
A study testing kinesio taping in people with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome and Shoulder Pain, run by Kübra Sarıoğlu at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
The aim of this randomized controlled trial is to investigate the acute effects of fascia correction Kinesio Taping applied to the thoracolumbar fascia (TLF) in individuals with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome (SIS). Participants will be randomly allocated into an intervention group and a sham taping control group. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 20 to 40 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Subacromial Impingement Syndrome, Shoulder Pain
- What is being tested?
- kinesio taping
- Type of treatment
- Pill or oral medicine
- Could I receive a placebo?
- Yes, some participants may receive a placebo
- How many people
- 6 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 20 May 2026to 20 Sep 2026
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 20 to 40 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- age between 20 and 40 years,
- Body Mass Index (BMI) within the normal range (20-24.9 kg/m²),
- a chronic (symptoms persisting for >3 months) SIS diagnosis
Who cannot join
- any shoulder pathology other than SIS (e.g., rotator cuff tear, glenohumeral joint problems),
- inability to perform 90° shoulder flexion due to joint limitation or pain ≥8 on the VAS,
- overweight or obesity (BMI >25 kg/m²),
- previous back surgery,
- low back pain within the last six months, scoliosis, radiologically diagnosed kyphosis or thoracolumbar disc herniation, sacroiliac joint problems, restricted pelvic range of motion (anterior-posterior pelvic tilt), and scapular dyskinesia.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site, 1 recruiting
- Recruiting
Hacettepe Sporcu Sağlığı Ünitesi
Ankara, Altindag, 06100
KÜBRA SARIOĞLU, PhD, 05369370561, fztkubrasarioglu@gmail.com
About this study
Official title: Effects of Kinesio Taping on Thoracolumbar Fascia Flexibility in Patients With Subacromial Impingement Syndrome
The aim of this randomized controlled trial is to investigate the acute effects of fascia correction Kinesio Taping applied to the thoracolumbar fascia (TLF) in individuals with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome (SIS). Participants will be randomly allocated into an intervention group and a sham taping control group. The intervention group will receive fascia correction Kinesio Taping applied to the thoracolumbar region, while the control group will receive sham taping without therapeutic effect. Clinical parameters including pain intensity, trunk range of motion, thoracolumbar fascia flexibility, lumbar mobility, and posterior shoulder capsule tightness will be assessed before the intervention and 45 minutes after the application. This study aims to provide evidence regarding the acute clinical effects of thoracolumbar fascia modulation in individuals with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome.
Read the detailed description
Subacromial Impingement Syndrome (SIS) is one of the most common causes of shoulder pain and is characterized by pain, movement limitation, and functional impairment. Contemporary biomechanical perspectives suggest that shoulder function is influenced not only by local anatomical structures but also by proximal structures such as the thorax, spine, and thoracolumbar fascia. The thoracolumbar fascia plays an important role in force transmission between the upper and lower extremities and contributes to postural control and movement coordination. Therefore, interventions targeting the thoracolumbar fascia may influence shoulder function and related clinical outcomes.
This randomized controlled trial will include a total of 60 participants diagnosed with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome. Participants will be randomly assigned into two groups: an intervention group receiving fascia correction Kinesio Taping using the Ram's Head technique applied to the thoracolumbar fascia, and a control group receiving sham Kinesio Taping without therapeutic fascia correction.
In the intervention group, Y-shaped Kinesio Tape will be applied to the thoracolumbar region using the fascia correction technique. Low-to-moderate tape tension (10-50%) combined with manual oscillatory movements will be used to facilitate fascial mobilization and modulate tissue glide capacity. The sham group will receive taping without therapeutic fascial correction.
Assessments will be performed immediately before the intervention and 45 minutes after tape application. Outcome measures will include pain intensity during rest and activity assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), trunk range of motion measured by goniometry, trunk flexibility assessed by tape measurements, thoracolumbar fascia flexibility evaluated using a goniometric platform, lumbar mobility assessed by the Modified Schober Test, and posterior shoulder capsule tightness measurement.
The primary aim of this study is to investigate the acute clinical effects of fascia correction Kinesio Taping applied to the thoracolumbar fascia in individuals with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome and to provide evidence regarding the potential effects of fascial modulation on pain, mobility, range of motion, and tissue flexibility.
- Conditions
- Subacromial Impingement Syndrome, Shoulder Pain
- Being tested
- kinesio taping
- Keywords
- shoulder pain, fascial chain, sobacromial impingment syndrome
- Medical subject headings
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome, Shoulder Pain
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
kinesio tapingOther
Also called 1.Therapeutic Kinesio Taping Group, 2.Sham Kinesio Taping Group
Assessments will be performed immediately before the intervention and 45 minutes after tape application in both groups. Outcome measures will include pain intensity during rest and activity assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), trunk range of motion measured by goniometry, trunk flexibility assessed by tape measurements, thoracolumbar fascia flexibility evaluated using a goniometric platform, lumbar mobility assessed by the Modified Schober Test, and posterior shoulder capsule tightness. Participants in the intervention group will receive corrective kinesio taping applied in a horn-shaped configuration, whereas the sham group will receive a tension-free tape application from the lateral trunk/axillary region toward the hip without therapeutic fascial correction.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Kinesio Taping Group | Active comparator | Participants in this group will receive the "Ram's Horn" fascia correction technique using Kinesio Taping applied to the thoracolumbar fascia region. The base (anchor) of a Y-shaped kinesiology tape will be applied without tension between the lateral iliac crest and the axillary line. From this anchor point, the tape will be divided into two tails. The first tail will be directed superiorly over the scapular region and attached along the superior border of the scapula. The second tail will be directed inferiorly and posteriorly across the lumbar region toward the superior aspect of the iliac crest, creating a configuration resembling a ram's horn. During the application of both tape tails, oscillatory fascial correction movements will be performed manually by shifting the underlying fascia while the tape is applied. No tension will be applied to the anchor portion of the tape. The technique is intended to provide a fascial correction effect throughout the thoracolumbar region. Receives: Other: kinesio taping |
| control group | Sham comparator | Participants in the sham group will receive a placebo taping application using a Y-shaped kinesiology tape. The tape will be applied without tension and without the oscillatory fascial correction maneuvers used in the Ram's Horn technique. The anchor will be placed near the axillary region, and both tails of the Y-shaped tape will be directed inferiorly toward the iliac crest in a random, non-corrective configuration. The tape will not be arranged in the characteristic ram's horn pattern and will be applied without any intended therapeutic fascial correction effect. Receives: Other: kinesio taping |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
thoracolumbar fascia flexibility
The flexibility of the thoracolumbar fascia was evaluated using a goniometric platform. A goniometric platform was placed on a table in front of the participants. Patients were asked to clasp their hands in front at 90° of shoulder flexion, holding a wooden marker between their hands. Patients performed maximum trunk rotation, first to the right and then to the left, while ensuring their arms followed the movement of the trunk. The rotation degree reached by the marker was recorded on the goniometric platform. The test was repeated three times for each direction with one-minute rest intervals, and the average values were recorded. A decrease in rotation range during repeated trials or restricted movement was considered indicative of TLF tightness.
Measured: 15 minutes
Secondary outcomes (2)
pain assessment, rest and active
Pain intensity was evaluated using a 10 cm VAS (0: no pain, 10: worst pain). Measurements were recorded at baseline and 45 minutes post-taping in two conditions: Resting Pain: Pain level while the participant was in a relaxed position. Activity Pain: Pain level during basic activities, such as arm movements and walking. The distance between the marked point and the zero point was measured in centimeters using a ruler
Measured: 3 minutes
Modified schober test
The physiotherapist determined the SIPS with a pencil. The midpoint of the line connecting the Spina İliaca Posterior Superior (SIPS) is marked. The point 10 cm above and 5 cm below this point was determined with a tape measure. The person was asked to perform maximum trunk flexion. The distance between these two points was measured. The difference was less than 5 cm, indicating low back flexibility
Measured: 5 minutes
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted3 Jun 2026
- Study start20 May 2026
- Primary completion20 Sep 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion20 Sep 2026 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Subacromial Impingement SyndromeStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- Two groups with subacromial impingement syndrome. 1. The "Ram's Horn" fascia correction technique will be applied to Group 1. 2. Sham taping will be applied to Group 2.
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Participant
- Enrolment
- 6 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Kübra Sarıoğlu
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor-investigator, Kübra Sarıoğlu, Hacettepe University
- Investigators
- KÜBRA SARIOĞLU, PhD, Principal investigator, HACETTEPE ÜNİVERSİTESİ ,Anafartalar, Talatpaşa Blv No:47, 06100 Altındağ/AnkaraGül Baltacı, Prof.Dr., Study director, Atlas University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07624136
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- HU-FTR-KS-03
- Status last verified
- May 2026
- First submitted
- 23 May 2026
- Last updated
- 3 Jun 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 3 Jun 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Effects of Kinesio Taping on Thoracolumbar Fascia Flexibility in Patients With Subacromial Impingement Syndrome
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07624136
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- HU-FTR-KS-03
- Conditions
- Subacromial Impingement Syndrome, Shoulder Pain
- Keywords
- shoulder pain, fascial chain, sobacromial impingment syndrome
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Recruiting
- Enrolment
- 6 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Kübra SarıoğluUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 20 May 2026 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 20 Sep 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 20 Sep 2026 (estimated)
- First posted
- 3 Jun 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
The aim of this randomized controlled trial is to investigate the acute effects of fascia correction Kinesio Taping applied to the thoracolumbar fascia (TLF) in individuals with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome (SIS). Participants will be randomly allocated into an intervention group and a sham taping control group. The intervention group will receive fascia correction Kinesio Taping applied to the thoracolumbar region, while the control group will receive sham taping without therapeutic effect. Clinical parameters including pain intensity, trunk range of motion, thoracolumbar fascia flexibility, lumbar mobility, and posterior shoulder capsule tightness will be assessed before the intervention and 45 minutes after the application. This study aims to provide evidence regarding the acute clinical effects of thoracolumbar fascia modulation in individuals with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome.
Detailed description
Subacromial Impingement Syndrome (SIS) is one of the most common causes of shoulder pain and is characterized by pain, movement limitation, and functional impairment. Contemporary biomechanical perspectives suggest that shoulder function is influenced not only by local anatomical structures but also by proximal structures such as the thorax, spine, and thoracolumbar fascia. The thoracolumbar fascia plays an important role in force transmission between the upper and lower extremities and contributes to postural control and movement coordination. Therefore, interventions targeting the thoracolumbar fascia may influence shoulder function and related clinical outcomes.
This randomized controlled trial will include a total of 60 participants diagnosed with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome. Participants will be randomly assigned into two groups: an intervention group receiving fascia correction Kinesio Taping using the Ram's Head technique applied to the thoracolumbar fascia, and a control group receiving sham Kinesio Taping without therapeutic fascia correction.
In the intervention group, Y-shaped Kinesio Tape will be applied to the thoracolumbar region using the fascia correction technique. Low-to-moderate tape tension (10-50%) combined with manual oscillatory movements will be used to facilitate fascial mobilization and modulate tissue glide capacity. The sham group will receive taping without therapeutic fascial correction.
Assessments will be performed immediately before the intervention and 45 minutes after tape application. Outcome measures will include pain intensity during rest and activity assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), trunk range of motion measured by goniometry, trunk flexibility assessed by tape measurements, thoracolumbar fascia flexibility evaluated using a goniometric platform, lumbar mobility assessed by the Modified Schober Test, and posterior shoulder capsule tightness measurement.
The primary aim of this study is to investigate the acute clinical effects of fascia correction Kinesio Taping applied to the thoracolumbar fascia in individuals with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome and to provide evidence regarding the potential effects of fascial modulation on pain, mobility, range of motion, and tissue flexibility.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (participant)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- Two groups with subacromial impingement syndrome. 1. The "Ram's Horn" fascia correction technique will be applied to Group 1. 2. Sham taping will be applied to Group 2.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Kinesio Taping Group | Active comparator | Other: kinesio tapingParticipants in this group will receive the "Ram's Horn" fascia correction technique using Kinesio Taping applied to the thoracolumbar fascia region. The base (anchor) of a Y-shaped kinesiology tape will be applied without tension between the lateral iliac crest and the axillary line. From this anchor point, the tape will be divided into two tails. The first tail will be directed superiorly over the scapular region and attached along the superior border of the scapula. The second tail will be directed inferiorly and posteriorly across the lumbar region toward the superior aspect of the iliac crest, creating a configuration resembling a ram's horn. During the application of both tape tails, oscillatory fascial correction movements will be performed manually by shifting the underlying fascia while the tape is applied. No tension will be applied to the anchor portion of the tape. The technique is intended to provide a fascial correction effect throughout the thoracolumbar region. |
| control group | Sham comparator | Other: kinesio tapingParticipants in the sham group will receive a placebo taping application using a Y-shaped kinesiology tape. The tape will be applied without tension and without the oscillatory fascial correction maneuvers used in the Ram's Horn technique. The anchor will be placed near the axillary region, and both tails of the Y-shaped tape will be directed inferiorly toward the iliac crest in a random, non-corrective configuration. The tape will not be arranged in the characteristic ram's horn pattern and will be applied without any intended therapeutic fascial correction effect. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 20 to 40 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (3 listed)
- age between 20 and 40 years,
- Body Mass Index (BMI) within the normal range (20-24.9 kg/m²),
- a chronic (symptoms persisting for >3 months) SIS diagnosis
Key exclusion criteria (5 listed)
- any shoulder pathology other than SIS (e.g., rotator cuff tear, glenohumeral joint problems),
- inability to perform 90° shoulder flexion due to joint limitation or pain ≥8 on the VAS,
- overweight or obesity (BMI >25 kg/m²),
- previous back surgery,
- low back pain within the last six months, scoliosis, radiologically diagnosed kyphosis or thoracolumbar disc herniation, sacroiliac joint problems, restricted pelvic range of motion (anterior-posterior pelvic tilt), and scapular dyskinesia.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| kinesio tapingAlso: 1.Therapeutic Kinesio Taping Group, 2.Sham Kinesio Taping GroupAssessments will be performed immediately before the intervention and 45 minutes after tape application in both groups. Outcome measures will include pain intensity during rest and activity assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), trunk range of motion measured by goniometry, trunk flexibility assessed by tape measurements, thoracolumbar fascia flexibility evaluated using a goniometric platform, lumbar mobility assessed by the Modified Schober Test, and posterior shoulder capsule tightness. Participants in the intervention group will receive corrective kinesio taping applied in a horn-shaped configuration, whereas the sham group will receive a tension-free tape application from the lateral trunk/axillary region toward the hip without therapeutic fascial correction. | Other | Kinesio Taping Group, control group |
Primary outcome
thoracolumbar fascia flexibility
Time frame: 15 minutes
The flexibility of the thoracolumbar fascia was evaluated using a goniometric platform. A goniometric platform was placed on a table in front of the participants. Patients were asked to clasp their hands in front at 90° of shoulder flexion, holding a wooden marker between their hands. Patients performed maximum trunk rotation, first to the right and then to the left, while ensuring their arms followed the movement of the trunk. The rotation degree reached by the marker was recorded on the goniometric platform. The test was repeated three times for each direction with one-minute rest intervals, and the average values were recorded. A decrease in rotation range during repeated trials or restricted movement was considered indicative of TLF tightness.
2 secondary outcomes
pain assessment, rest and active
Time frame: 3 minutes
Modified schober test
Time frame: 5 minutes
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 3 Jun 2026.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part.
KÜBRA SARIOĞLU, PhD principal investigator
HACETTEPE ÜNİVERSİTESİ ,Anafartalar, Talatpaşa Blv No:47, 06100 Altındağ/Ankara
Gül Baltacı, Prof.Dr. study director
Atlas University
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing kinesio taping in people with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome and Shoulder Pain, run by Kübra Sarıoğlu at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 3 inclusion and 5 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: looking for participants now, as of the sponsor's last update on 3 Jun 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. Some participants in this study may receive a placebo. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact GÜL BALTACI, Prof. Dr. (+905323963279, ygulbaltaci@gmail.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
thoracolumbar fascia flexibility (time frame: 15 minutes). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 3 Jun 2026.