근막통증증후군 환자에게 테이핑 및 허혈성 압박치료법을 병행한 치료가 경추의 기능, 통증, 근육의 특성에 미치는 영향

• Published in: 대한정형도수물리치료학회지 Vol. 31; no. 1; pp. 21 - 30
• Main Authors: 정윤호, 윤태림, Yun-ho Jung, Tae-lim Yoon
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English; Korean
• Published: 대한정형도수물리치료학회 01.04.2025
• Subjects: 물리치료학; Kinesio Taping; Myofascial Pain Syndrome; Ischemic Compression; Trigger Point
• ISSN: 1226-3680; 2508-7282
• DOI: 10.23101/kaompt.2025.31.1.21

Background: Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) is a prevalent musculoskeletal disorder characterized by localized trigger points within taut bands of skeletal muscle fascia, leading to chronic pain, restricted range of motion, and impaired function. Although both ischemic compression and Kinesio taping have been individually applied to alleviate MPS symptoms, the potential synergistic benefits of their combined use remain underexplored. This study therefore investigated whether simultaneous application of ischemic compression and Kinesio taping would produce superior immediate improvements in pain relief, cervical function, and muscle mechanical properties compared to Kinesio taping alone. Methods: Thirty MPS patients from a Cheongju orthopedic clinic were randomized into an experimental group (n=15) receiving a 10-minute session of ischemic compression followed by standardized Kinesio taping, and a control group (n=15) receiving only Kinesio taping. Cervical active ROM, neck disability index (NDI), pain intensity (VAS), and upper trapezius muscle tone, stiffness, and elasticity were measured before and immediately after intervention. Within- and between-group comparisons were made using paired and independent t-tests (α = .05). Results: Both groups showed significant improvements in cervical range of motion, except for extension in the control group, and in NDI scores. Post-intervention pain was significantly lower in the experimental group than in the control, with only the experimental group showing a notable pre-post improvement in muscle tone. Conclusion: A single session of combined ischemic compression and Kinesio taping yields greater immediate pain relief and muscle tone reduction than Kinesio taping alone, while offering comparable improvements in cervical function. These findings support a synergistic, multimodal approach to MPS management. Future research should explore optimal dosing, long-term effects, and efficacy across varying pain severities in larger cohorts.