Sticky solution: shoulder tape eases pain for dental students

NCT ID NCT07393100

First seen Feb 06, 2026 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study looked at whether putting special elastic tape on the shoulder could quickly reduce pain and improve shoulder function, quality of life, and job satisfaction in dental students who work in the clinic. 56 final-year students took part. They received the tape three times over a week and filled out questionnaires before and after. The goal was to see if this simple, low-cost method could help with the physical strain of dental work.

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Locations

  • European University of Lefke

    Lefka, Cyprus

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