Could a stretchy tape give overhead athletes stronger, less tired shoulders?
NCT ID NCT06580925
First seen Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study investigates whether dynamic tape—a stretchy, elastic tape—can improve shoulder strength, delay fatigue, and enhance muscle control in recreational overhead athletes (like tennis players or swimmers). Participants will receive dynamic tape, kinesio tape, or a sham tape in separate sessions, then perform shoulder exercises. The goal is to see if dynamic tape outperforms other tapes in supporting shoulder muscles and preventing injuries.
What this could mean
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Active substance
dynamic tape
What this could lead to
If effective, dynamic taping could offer a simple, non-drug way to boost shoulder performance and reduce injury risk in overhead athletes.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 22 participants. The tape may not provide meaningful benefits over sham or kinesio tape, and results may not apply to all athletes.
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National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University
Taipei, Taipei City, 112, Taiwan