Kinesio taping versus postural correction exercises on mechanically triggered neck dysfunction

Background/Aims: Mechanically triggered cervicalgia is a common complain worldwide. Postural exercises are commonly used for its treatment. Kinesio taping has been proved to help many musculoskeletal disorders. We aimed to determine and compare the efficacy of kinesio taping and postural exercises in mechanical neck dysfunction. Methods: Forty-five patients, aged 18–40 years with mechanical neck dysfunction were randomly assigned into two different groups, and received 4 weeks of treatment. Group A received kinesio taping, and group B received postural exercises. Neck pain, disability, cervical curvature and upper trapezius activities were measured pre and post treatment by visual analogue scale, neck disability index, flexible ruler and electromyography. Between group comparisons were performed using multivariate analysis of variance and intra-group comparisons were performed using paired t test. Findings: Group-by-time interaction was significant in the multivariable test. Post hoc tests revealed that k...