Kinesio Taping in Obesity: Breathing and Sleep Implications
Obesity, defined as excessive fat accumulation, is a chronic, complex, and global health issue. It is increasingly prevalent worldwide and is considered a disease that requires treatment. According to recent data, 43% of adults aged 18 and over were classified as overweight, and 16% as obese. In Turkey, a national heal
| Condition(s) | Obesity |
|---|---|
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | NA |
| Study type | Interventional |
| Summary | Obesity, defined as excessive fat accumulation, is a chronic, complex, and global health issue. It is increasingly prevalent worldwide and is considered a disease that requires treatment. According to recent data, 43% of adults aged 18 and over were classified as overweight, and 16% as obese. In Turkey, a national health survey reported that among individuals aged 15 and above, 20.2% were obese, and 35.6% were in a pre-obese state based on their body mass index (BMI). The effects of excess weight on health are significant, as weight gain shortens life expectancy and reduces quality of life. Obesity has detrimental effects on many systems, including the respiratory system. It reduces the compliance of the lungs and chest wall, alters respiratory patterns and ventilation-perfusion relationsh |
| Who can participate | Inclusion Criteria: * Being between 18 and 70 years of age * Being overweight or classified as class 1 or class 2 obese based on BMI * Having the ability to follow instructions and participate in study procedures * Being able to speak and understand Turkish Exclusion Criteria: * Having an acute or chronic pulmonary or respiratory disease * Having an uncontrolled chronic illness * Having an allergic reaction to kinesiology tape * Refusing to participate in the study |
| Ages | 18 Years to 70 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Lead sponsor | Elif Kabasakal |
| Locations | Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) |
| Start date | 2025-05-10 |
| NCT ID | NCT07012967 |
| Official listing | https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT07012967 |