[Purpose] Although there are several studies on the use of elastic tape to influence
muscle strength, results are contradictory and controversial. Our previous studies based
on the sliding mechanism between superficial fascia and subcutaneous tissue may help the
muscle strength. The purpose of this study was to confirm the effects of new taping
methods on muscle strength. [Subjects and Methods] Sixteen healthy male participants took
part in this study. Tape was applied on the right gluteus maximus and hip extension
strength was determined by an isokinetic evaluation (30°/sec, concentric mode, four
conditions). Condition 1: Tape was applied from the muscle insertion to origin; Condition
2: Tape was applied from the origin to insertion; Condition 3: Dummy tape with no
direction; Condition 4: No tape was applied. [Results] The mean value of conditions 1–4
were 398.2 ± 24.3 Newton (N), 343.7 ± 25.9 N, 363.7 ± 26.4 N, and 371.3 ± 26.3 N,
respectively (mean ± SE). The result of condition 1 was significantly greater compared
with the other conditions. [Conclusion] This new method corresponded to a tape direction
of insertion-rigin may help to increase the muscle strength.
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