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

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

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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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Bursa Uludag University

    Bursa, Turkey (Türkiye)

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