Tape it away? kinesiotaping tested for Parkinson's tremor
NCT ID NCT07555847
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether adding kinesiotaping (a special tape applied to the forearm) to a home exercise program can reduce hand tremor in people with Parkinson's disease. 45 adults were randomly assigned to receive either therapeutic taping plus exercise, sham (placebo) taping plus exercise, or exercise alone for 4 weeks. Researchers measured tremor frequency using an Apple Watch and assessed hand strength, dexterity, and quality of life to see if the taping provides extra benefit.
What this could mean
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Active substance
kinesiotaping
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce hand tremor and improve hand function in people with Parkinson's disease.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 45 participants. The results may not apply to everyone with Parkinson's, and the benefit over exercise alone or sham taping may be small or absent.
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Locations
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University of Health Sciences, Sultan 2. Abdulhamid Han Training and Research Hospital
Istanbul, Uskudar, 34668, Turkey (Türkiye)