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The use of Kinesiology Taping in physiotherapy practice: a systematic review of the literature

Wojciech Kiebzak, Ireneusz Kowalski, Mariusz Pawłowski, Jakub Gąsior, Katarzyna Zaborowska-Sapeta, Olga Wolska, Zbigniew Śliwiński

Wojciech Kiebzak, Ireneusz Kowalski, Mariusz Pawłowski, Jakub Gąsior, Katarzyna Zaborowska-Sapeta, Olga Wolska, Zbigniew Śliwiński – The use of Kinesiology Taping in physiotherapy practice: a systematic review of the literature. Fizjoterapia Polska 2012; 12(1); 1-11

Abstract
In the scientific literature and clinical practice, the interest in using Kinesiology Taping (KT) is still growing. Initially, the method was widespread in Asia in the 70s. In the U.S., it has been applied since 1990. In Europe, the approach was presented for the first time in 1998. In Poland, KT has been developing since 2004. KT philosophy is based on enabling the free movement through the restoration of normal perfusion fluids, analgesic system activation, activating the lymph flow and muscle tension adjustment, and correction of abnormal position of the articular surfaces. The aim of this study was to analyze the available literature on the efficacy and clinical use of KT in the process of Physiotherapy.The analysis included a methodical review of the literature databases: MEDLINE, EMBASE, PEDro, PUBMED, INGENTA CONNECT and Google Scholar.We analyzed 87 scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals on the use of KT in the various fields of medicine and of sport of which 3 were randomized trials. Among all publications and speeches reporting the efficacy of KT method there was no paper reporting the dangers or side effects of the method. The review indicates that most of the papers about KT were published Polish Journal of Physiotherapy.Kinesiology Taping is widely used in supporting the practice of physiotherapy.
Key words:
Kinesio Taping, Kinesiology Taping,application KT, physiotherapy
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Vocational plans and opinion about employment of final-year first-cycle students of Physiotherapy in selected European countries

Joanna Gotlib, Anna Cabak, Ugur Cavlak, Stefan Janev, Irena Kunicka, Berta Paz Lourido, Dariusz Białoszewski

Joanna Gotlib, Anna Cabak, Ugur Cavlak, Stefan Janev, Irena Kunicka, Berta Paz Lourido, Dariusz Białoszewski – Vocational plans and opinion about employment of final-year first-cycle students of Physiotherapy in selected European countries. Fizjoterapia Polska 2012; 12(2); 129-140

Abstract
Introduction and aim of study. Many factors, including legal regulations pertaining to the practice of physiotherapy and employment possibilities, can influence the vocational plans of physiotherapy graduates. The aim of the study was to analyse the vocational plans of students in selected European countries. Material and methods 299 students: 20 from Bulgaria (BG), 100 from Spain (ES), 21 from Latvia (LV), 58 from Turkey (TUR), and 100 from Poland (PL), 225 females, with a mean age of 23.05 years (SD: 2.71; min/max: 21-39). An anonymous, voluntary questionnaire in national languages. Statistica 9.0, Kruskall-Wallis test, p<0.05. Results Most PL students (58%) wanted to enrol in a second-cycle programme, ES (58%) wanted to take up work, TUR (48%) to continue education by attending training courses (p<0.01). TUR declared familiarity with employment opportunities more frequently (86%) than PL (31%) and ES (63%) (p<0.01). TUR declared more frequently (96%) than their PL (10%) and ES counterparts (22%) that it was easy to find work in their country (p<0.01). PL, ES and TUR were most likely to declare that it was easy to find work in EU countries. Conclusions 1. Students believe that finding a job is easier in other EU countries than their own and so, when they enter university, they plan to look for a job abroad or they count on an improving situation on the domestic job market. 2. A professional information service on job opportunities in EU countries should be developed offering objective employment information for physiotherapists in EU. It should include predictions covering the next 3-4 years.
Key words:
physiotherapy, Graduates, first-cycle studies, employment, international multicentre study
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The current state of knowledge about focused and radial shockwave in orthopedics and physiotherapy. Part 1

Piotr Król, Andrzej Franek, Lidia Wiercigroch, Beata Porębska, Ewa Franek, Patrycja Dolibog, Paweł Dolibog, Wiesław Zinka, Tomasz Król

Piotr Król, Andrzej Franek, Lidia Wiercigroch, Beata Porębska, Ewa Franek, Patrycja Dolibog, Paweł Dolibog, Wiesław Zinka, Tomasz Król – The current state of knowledge about focused and radial shockwave in orthopedics and physiotherapy. Part 1. Fizjoterapia Polska 2012; 12(2); 83-100

Abstract
Despite the recently growing interest in the therapeutic use of shockwave in Poland, there is a shortage of scientific publications in the Polish language dealing with this modality. In 2009, an article was published in the Polish Journal of Physiotherapy, outlining the current state of knowledge about the therapeutic use of shockwave, but mainly analyzing the available research findings on the effects of focused and radial shockwave in treating pseudarthrosis, shoulder calcification, calcaneal spurs, plantar fasciitis, tendinitis and enthesitis, etc. The output of original research studies published worldwide in this field has greatly increased.The purpose of this paper was to complement the aforementioned analyses with new research findings published in recent years.The authors of this paper introduce readers to studies on shockwaves as used in the treatment of lesions that patients frequently report as requiring attention and which typically involve treatment with this type of stimulus.
Key words:
focused shockwave, radial shockwave, physiotherapy
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Assessment of the effectiveness of local cryotherapy in treatment of gonarthrosis

Joanna Fidut-Wrońska, Robert Latosiewicz, Karolina Janikowska, Krzysztof Sokołowski

Joanna Fidut-Wrońska, Robert Latosiewicz, Karolina Janikowska, Krzysztof Sokołowski – Assessment of the effectiveness of local cryotherapy in treatment of gonarthrosis. Fizjoterapia Polska 2012; 12(3); 241-250

Abstract
The purpose of the study was to compare the effect of cryotherapy combined with other physical therapy methods. The study group consisted of 50 patients with gonarthrosis, treated by means of local cryotherapy and other physical therapy methods. The control group included 38 matched patients with gonarthrosis, treated with the same physical therapy methods, but without cryotherapy. Evaluation methods were based on the authors` tailored questionnaire, VAS scale and WOMAC questionnaire. The physical examination consisted of the measurements of body height and weight, the range of motion (ROM) in the knee joints and knee circumference and a series of functional tests. The results indicate that ROM of the knee joints increased by 11.3° in the study group and by 3.1° in the control group. The circumference was reduced by 1.1 cm in study group and by 0.4 cm in control group. The value of WOMAC index was diminished by 17.3% in the study group and by 11.9% in control group. After the treatment, the study group covered 8.7 stairs more during ascending and 9.2 more during descending whereas the control group covered 3.9 and 4.3 stairs respectively. Similarly, after the treatment patients from the study group did 5.5 squats more compared to 1.7 squats performed by the control group subjects. Cryotherapy combined with other physical therapy methods in treatment of gonarthrosis has better effects than application of physical therapy methods only, without cryotherapy.
Key words:
arthrosis, physical therapy, gonarthrosis, Cryotherapy
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Motivation to Commence University Studies and Satisfaction with Studying Physiotherapy Among Master’s Degree Students of Polish University-level Schools of Different Educational Profiles

Joanna Gotlib, Anna Cabak, Katarzyna Barczyk, Andrzej Bugajski, Irena Bułatowicz, Ewa Gajewska, Rita Hansdorfer-Korzon, Wojciech Kułak, Michał Plewa, Jacek Lewandowski, Piotr Majcher, Olga Nowotny-Czupryna, Małgorzata Starczyńska, Dariusz Białoszewski

Joanna Gotlib, Anna Cabak, Katarzyna Barczyk, Andrzej Bugajski, Irena Bułatowicz, Ewa Gajewska, Rita Hansdorfer-Korzon, Wojciech Kułak, Michał Plewa, Jacek Lewandowski, Piotr Majcher, Olga Nowotny-Czupryna, Małgorzata Starczyńska, Dariusz Białoszewski – Motivation to Commence University Studies and Satisfaction with Studying Physiotherapy Among Master’s Degree Students of Polish University-level Schools of Different Educational Profiles. Fizjoterapia Polska 2012; 12(3); 213-227

Abstract
The aim of the study was to analyse factors which motivate students to commence university studies as well as to analyse the level of satisfaction with studying among a group of Master’s degree students in their final semester. 1942 second year Master’s degree students. Voluntary and anonymous questionnaire studies. The approval of the Ethical Review Board of WUM was not necessary. The questionnaire was developed by the authors and comprised 74 questions. STATISTICA 10.0 (license WUM), tests: Chi-square, Kruskall-Wallis, and Mann-Whitney U (p<0.05). The students declared the level of satisfaction with studying at PM: 3.44, PWF: 3.54 and IP: 3.52 (H=17.167; p<.000). A half of the study group would choose a Physiotherapy course again, 30% would choose the same university. 36% got acquainted with the curriculum of a Master’s degree course (p=NS). 56% reported that the curriculum content concerning orthopaedics was repeated most often, manual therapy and massage was repeated least often (34%). The largest proportion of the students declared that a Master’s degree course improved their skills. 1. The modification of curricula seems to be necessary. It should consists in prolongation of the duration of a Bachelor’s degree course and in putting a greater emphasis on a strictly occupational training and more efficient use of hours devoted to the work with patients. 2. The modification may be performed with the use of the curricula which are consistent with the guidelines of European and National Qualification Frameworks. The emphasis there is put mainly on outcomes of education and e-learning. 3. The assessment of the level of satisfaction with learning at a Master’s degree Physiotherapy course among students who had changed the educational profile of a university, as well as a detailed analysis of the curricula of a Master’s degree course seem to be important in order to extend the study.
Key words:
physiotherapy, a Master’s degree course, educational profile of a university-level school, Quality of teaching, satisfaction with studying
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The current state of knowledge about focused and radial shockwave in orthopedics and physiotherapy: the new applications. Part 2

Piotr Król, Andrzej Franek, Lidia Wiercigroch, Beata Porębska, Ewa Franek, Patrycja Dolibog, Paweł Dolibog, Wiesław Zinka, Tomasz Król

Piotr Król, Andrzej Franek, Lidia Wiercigroch, Beata Porębska, Ewa Franek, Patrycja Dolibog, Paweł Dolibog, Wiesław Zinka, Tomasz Król – The current state of knowledge about focused and radial shockwave in orthopedics and physiotherapy: the new applications. Part 2. Fizjoterapia Polska 2012; 12(3); 191-200

Abstract
The review article published in the previous issue of The Polish Journal of Physiotherapy added the most recent findings to the analysis of focused and radial shockwaves applied to treat pseudarthrosis, tendinosis calcarea, heel spurs, plantar fasciitis, tendinitis and inflammation of muscle attachments, etc., which was published three years earlier. Considering that the range of shockwave application in orthopaedics and physiotherapy is constantly broadening, this review examines shockwaves with respect to their effect on patients with Peyronie’s disease, femoral head necrosis, soft tissue defects and other disease entities. This article aims to extend the two earlier reviews by adding the omitted applications and thereby to make the list of indications for shockwave therapy more comprehensive. Except for single instances, this review concentrates on presenting reports where shockwave therapy was used to treat lesions that patients frequently report as requiring medical intervention as well as representing the most frequent indications for this modality.
Key words:
focused shockwave, radial shockwave, physiotherapy
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Physiotherapeutic procedure in paresis of vocal folds

Renata Sawicka

Renata Sawicka – Physiotherapeutic procedure in paresis of vocal folds. Fizjoterapia Polska 2021; 21(1); 164-168

Abstract
The article provides a comprehensive overview of physiotherapy in vocal fold paresis. At the beginning, the causes of paresis and their symptoms are described. Kinesitherapy uses: vocal fold strengthening exercises, breath control exercises during conversations, phoning exercises, Accents method, articulation exercises, speech apparatus relaxation exercises, chewing method according to Froschels, articulation muscle exercises, general relaxation and general exercise exercises, as well as manual therapy. In the case of physical therapy in the rehabilitation of vocal fold paresis, inhalation, ionophoresis, galvanization, electrostimulation, DD currents, diathermy and massage were recommended. The article also highlights the spa treatment.
Key words:
voice folds, physiotherapy, voice rehabilitation
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Physiotherapy tacticsafter hip joint resurfacing

Karol Ochocki, Jarosław Pasek, Tomasz Stołtny, Maciej Szczęśniak, Szymon Szymański, Kamil Dworak, Wojciech Gąsior, Michał Czarnecki, Rafał Szczygieł, Bogdan Koczy

Karol Ochocki, Jarosław Pasek, Tomasz Stołtny, Maciej Szczęśniak, Szymon Szymański, Kamil Dworak, Wojciech Gąsior, Michał Czarnecki, Rafał Szczygieł, Bogdan Koczy – Physiotherapy tacticsafter hip joint resurfacing. Fizjoterapia Polska 2021; 21(1); 148-157

Abstract
Hip resurfacing arthroplasty (capoplasty) is a surgical procedure involving the replacement of diseased articular surfaces. Renal failure, female reproductive period, allergy to metal, acetabular diameter below 46 mm in preoperative planning are now absolute contraindications for capoplasty. The available literature shows that this procedure is performed in young, physically active people, usually under 55 years of age. The growing expectations of patients regarding the return to professional and sports activity mean that appropriate and systematic physiotherapy is important after the procedure. In the paper, the authors present the current position on the physiotherapeutic procedure after hip resurfacing arthroplasty.
Key words:
hip resurfacing, operation treatment, physiotherapy, physical movement, physical therapy
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Effects of therapy of children with psychomotor development disorders in the Conductive Education system

Ewa Puszczałowska-Lizis, Izabela Zbrońska, Małgorzata Słomiana, Sabina Lizis

Ewa Puszczałowska-Lizis, Izabela Zbrońska, Małgorzata Słomiana, Sabina Lizis – Effects of therapy of children with psychomotor development disorders in the Conductive Education system. Fizjoterapia Polska 2021; 21(1); 106-111

Abstract
Introduction. Children with psychomotor disorders require specialized, interdisciplinary, coordinated revalidation and therapeutic interventions focused on correcting developmental deficiencies or their compensation. The aim of the study was to assess the impact of a 3-month therapy in the Conductive Education system on independence, mobility and social functions of children with psychomotor retardation.
Material and methods. The study included 80 6-year-old children with psychomotor retardation. The research tool was the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory – PEDI.
Results. Statistically significant intergroup differences were found in the results of examinations I-II, related to the category: independence, mobility and social functions. There were no statistically significant discrepancies in terms of improvement (differences in the results of examination II versus examination I).
Results. The three-month therapy of children with disorders of psychomotor development in the Conductive Education System resulted in improvement in terms of independence, mobility and social functions. The extent of improvement, which was the difference between the results obtained in examination II and examination I, was comparable to the results of the therapeutic procedures carried out in the Day Ward of Neurorehabilitation.
Key words:
independence, mobility, social functions, physiotherapy, rewalidation
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Effect of 12-weeks adapted physical activity on back disability and pain in Brazilian elderly

Eleonora Esposito, Paola Sinibaldi Salimei, Chiara Salimei, Mohammad Al-Wardat

Eleonora Esposito, Paola Sinibaldi Salimei, Chiara Salimei, Mohammad Al-Wardat – Effect of 12-weeks adapted physical activity on back disability and pain in Brazilian elderly. Fizjoterapia Polska 2021; 21(1); 42-46

Abstract
Aim. Back pain (BP) is a common disabling health problem that affects negatively activity of daily living (ADLs) and quality of life (QoL). Physical activity (PA) showed exerts beneficial effects on BP symptoms and health status. This study aimed to investigate the effect of adapted physical activity (APA) on back disability and pain in Brazilian elderly.
Material and Methods. Forty-eighth elderly people with chronic non-specific BP participated in APA program twice a week for 12-weeks each session for 50 minutes. The function, disability and pain were assessed by Oswestry disability index (ODI) and Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). Additionally, bilateral hip extension range of motion (ROM) and lengthening capacity of bilateral hamstring muscles, and hip flexors were evaluated.
Results. The ODI and VAS scores showed significant improvement post APA interventions. Moreover, hip extension ROM, bilateral hip flexor and extensors muscles flexibility significantly improved as well.
Conclusions. Our findings demonstrate that the 12-weeks APA interventional program was associated with significant improvements in back disability and pain in elderly with chronic non-specific BP. APA interventions should be employed to provide improvement in pain and functional status in the treatment of BP. Further studies are needed to determine whether long-term of APA may improve QoL and ADLs for elderly with BP.
Key words:
low back pain, adaptive physical activity, back function, physiotherapy, rehabilitation
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