ERTUĞRUL DEMİRDEL, A AYŞE KARADUMAN
Türk Fen ve Sağlık Dergisi - 2022;3(3):185-191
Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate the immediate effects of taping on physical performance in women with flexible hallux valgus. Material and Methods: The study included 40 women with hallux valgus. All the subjects performed timed activities barefoot. The 10-meter walk test was used to evaluate walking speed and 10-stair ascent time was recorded. Each measurement was repeated three times and the average of the three measurements was recorded. The timed-performance tests were applied before and after taping and the differences between the measurements were compared. The study subjects were separated into groups according to age and Body Mass Index, and the timed-performance test results were compared between the groups. Results: After taping, the walking speed increased (p<0.001) and the 10-stair ascent time decreased (p<0.01) in all the subjects. Physical performance was better in both age groups after taping (p<0.01). There was no difference in walking speed pre- and posttaping between the age groups (p>0.05), but a significant difference was found in terms of stair ascent time (p<0.01). Physical performance was better after taping in different BMI groups (p<0.01). There was no difference in walking speed pre- and post-taping between BMI groups (p>0.05), but the stair ascent time was different between the groups (p<0.05). Conclusion: It was found that individuals with hallux valgus deformity had lower physical performance in fulfilling foot functions, and the mechanical correction provided by taping significantly increased performance.
