Elastic Bandaging for Orthopedic- and Sports-Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review

Fousekis, Konstantinos; Billis, Evdokia; Matzaroglou, Charalampos; Mylonas, Konstantinos S.; Koutsojannis, Constantinos; Tsepis, Εlias

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“…There were three systematic reviews that could not be classified otherwise, yet met our inclusion criteria (Appendix 1 I). One SR, with an AMSTAR of 7, evaluated elastic bandages for orthopedic and sports injuries [ 189 ]. Another SR, with an AMSTAR of 9, evaluated KT for chronic musculoskeletal pain [ 190 ].…”

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Taping for conditions of the musculoskeletal system: an evidence map review

Cupler

Alrwaily

Polakowski³

et al. 2020

Chiropr Man Therap

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Background Taping is a common treatment modality used by many rehabilitation providers. Several types of tapes and taping methods are used in the treatment of musculoskeletal dysfunction and pain. Purpose To summarize and map the evidence related to taping methods used for various joints and conditions of the musculoskeletal system, and to provide clinicians and researchers with a user-friendly reference with organized evidence tables. Data sources The PEDro, CINAHL, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, Cochrane Central Register for Controlled Trials, PubMed, and PROSPERO databases were searched from inception through October 31, 2019. Study selection Eligible studies were selected by two independent reviewers and included either systematic reviews (SRs) or randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and included a musculoskeletal complaint using a clinical outcome measure. Data extraction Data was extracted by two investigators independently. Risk of bias and quality were assessed using A MeaSurement Tool to Assess systematic Reviews (AMSTAR) for SRs or the Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro) scale for RCTs. The protocol was registered with PROSPERO (CRD42019122857). Data synthesis Twenty-five musculoskeletal conditions were summarized from forty-one SRs and 127 RCTs. There were 6 SRs and 49 RCTs for spinal conditions. Kinesio tape was the most common type of tape considered. Four evidence tables representing the synthesized SRs and RCTs were produced and organized by body region per condition. Limitations Inclusion of only English language studies. Also, the heterogeneous nature of the included studies prevented a meta-analysis. Conclusions There is mixed quality evidence of effectiveness for the different types of taping methods for different body regions and conditions. All of the SRs and RCTs found during our search of the taping literature have been organized into a series of appendices. A synthesis of the results have been placed in evidence tables that may serve as a useful guide to clinicians and researchers.

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Taping for conditions of the musculoskeletal system: an evidence map review

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Alrwaily

Polakowski³

et al. 2020

Chiropr Man Therap

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“…Previous researchers focused on compression applied with cryotherapy, 41,42 RICE, 14,43 or compression alone, but with applications beyond those available to first aid providers in the prehospital setting. 12,13,37 van den Bekerom at al 14 performed a systematic review examining the effectiveness of applying RICE therapy within 72 hours after an ankle sprain. They included a…”

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“…44 However, importantly, this finding is not applicable in the prehospital setting due to the unavailability of intermittent pneumatic compression units. Fousekis et al 13 conducted a systematic review to evaluate the effectiveness of elastic bandaging in orthopaedic and sports injury prevention and rehabilitation. Moderate-certainty evidence suggested improved ankle proprioception (ie, enhanced kinesthesia and neuromuscular control) in participants who used elastic bandages, but the evidence was insufficient to support the use of elastic bandages to improve other outcomes, such as joint ROM and stability and functional outcome after injury.…”

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“…12 Furthermore, compression produced by an elastic bandage is assumed to increase tissue pressure, thereby reducing excessive edema and hematoma formation and preventing possible hypoxic damage to surrounding tissues. 13 Literature [12][13][14] on the use of compression in the treatment of ACEJIs has primarily focused on the ankle. A lateral ankle sprain caused by excessive plantar flexion and inversion is a frequent closed joint injury 15,16 encountered by first aid providers.…”

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Compression Wrapping for Acute Closed Extremity Joint Injuries: A Systematic Review

Borra

Berry

Zideman³

et al. 2020

Journal of Athletic Training

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Objective Current prehospital recommendations for an acute closed extremity joint injury (ACEJI) are to apply compression in some manner. However, the effectiveness of compression is unclear. We performed a systematic review to summarize and synthesize the evidence for the use of a compression bandage for ACEJI in the prehospital setting. Data Sources Cochrane Library, PubMed, and Embase were searched for relevant literature in November 2019. Study Selection Controlled trials involving adults in the prehospital setting with a recent ACEJI were included when compressive, nonimmobilizing interventions, feasible in a first aid setting, were applied and compared with no compression or any noncompressive intervention, such as braces, splints, or noncompressive stockings. Articles in all languages were included if an English abstract was available. Data Extraction Data on study design, study population, intervention, outcome measures, and methodologic quality were extracted from each included article. Data Synthesis Eight studies out of 1193 possibly relevant articles were included. All authors examined compression in the treatment of acute ankle sprains; no studies involved compression for the treatment of other ACEJIs. No difference in the major outcomes of pain reduction or swelling, ankle-joint function, or range of motion could be demonstrated. For the outcome of recovery time, no benefit was shown when comparing compression with no compression. Evidence was insufficient to inform a conclusion about the outcomes of time to return to work or sport. All evidence was of low to very low quality. Conclusions The evidence for the use of a compression wrap was limited to patients with closed ankle injuries. In this systematic review, we could not demonstrate either a beneficial or harmful effect from the application of a compression or elastic bandage compared with no compression or a noncompressive stocking, splint, or brace as a first aid treatment in the prehospital environment.

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“…A comfortable, non-painful compression will be applied over the ice packs by wrapping an elastic bandage around them, and the therapy will be left in situ, uninterrupted, for 20 min. The primary purpose of compression is to maintain the ice packs in position on the knee 39 and to enhance cryotherapy effects. 40 For the sham cryotherapy intervention, the bags will be filled with 1 kg of dry sand instead of ice.…”

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Cryotherapy associated with tailored land-based exercises for knee osteoarthritis: a protocol for a double-blind sham-controlled randomised trial

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IntroductionThere is an unmet need to develop tailored therapeutic exercise protocols applying different treatment parameters and modalities for individuals with knee osteoarthritis (KOA). Cryotherapy is widely used in rehabilitation as an adjunct treatment due to its effects on pain and the inflammatory process. However, disagreement between KOA guidelines remains with respect to its recommendation status. The aim of this study is to verify the complementary effects of cryotherapy when associated with a tailored therapeutic exercise protocol for patients with KOA.Methods and analysisThis study is a sham-controlled randomised trial with concealed allocation and intention-to-treat analysis. Assessments will be performed at baseline and immediately following the intervention period. To check for residual effects of the applied interventions, 3-month and 6-month follow-up assessments will be performed. Participants will be community members living with KOA divided into three groups: (1) the experimental group that will receive a tailored therapeutic exercise protocol followed by a cryotherapy session of 20 min; (2) the sham control group that will receive the same regimen as the first group, but with sham packs filled with dry sand and (3) the active treatment control group that will receive only the therapeutic exercise protocol. The primary outcome will be pain intensity according to a Visual Analogue Scale. Secondary outcomes will be the Western Ontario & McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index; the Short-Form Health Survey 36; the 30-s Chair Stand Test; the Stair Climb test; and the 40-m fast-paced walk test.Ethics and disseminationThe trial was approved by the Institutional Ethics Committee of Federal University of São Carlos, São Paulo, Brazil. Registration approval number: CAAE: 65966617.9.0000.5504. The results will be published in peer-reviewed journals.Trial registration numberNCT03360500

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Elastic Bandaging for Orthopedic- and Sports-Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review

Cited by 12 publications

References 36 publications

Taping for conditions of the musculoskeletal system: an evidence map review

Taping for conditions of the musculoskeletal system: an evidence map review

Compression Wrapping for Acute Closed Extremity Joint Injuries: A Systematic Review

Cryotherapy associated with tailored land-based exercises for knee osteoarthritis: a protocol for a double-blind sham-controlled randomised trial

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