Ankle tape tested for quick performance boost
NCT ID NCT07604090
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a special ankle taping technique called fibular repositioning taping can improve balance, jumping, and sprinting in healthy young women. 90 participants were split into three groups: active taping, sham taping, or no taping. Their performance was measured before and 30 minutes after the tape was applied. The goal is to see if this taping gives a short-term edge in physical performance.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Fibular repositioning taping (a rigid ankle taping technique)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple taping method to boost athletic performance in healthy people.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study in healthy young women only, so results may not apply to athletes or injured people. The effect is short-term and may be no better than sham taping.
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Bursa Uludag University
Bursa, Turkey (Türkiye)
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