Can special tape ease Jumper's knee? new study tests two taping methods
NCT ID NCT07143942
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested two types of Kinesio Taping (a special elastic tape) in 42 people with patellar tendinopathy, also known as jumper's knee. The goal was to see if the tape could reduce pain and improve how the knee moves during walking, jogging, and other activities. Researchers used motion-capture cameras and strength tests to measure changes. The study is already completed, and results may help guide future treatment options.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Kinesio Taping (special elastic tape applied to the skin over the knee)
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this taping approach could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce pain and improve movement for people with jumper's knee.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with only 42 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effects of taping are often temporary and may not work for all patients.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Department of Sports Medicine, Beijing Key Laboratory of Sports Injuries
Beijing, Haidian, 100191, China
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