| Effect of Corrective Exercises versus Kinesiotaping on Postural Kyphosis in Lactating Women |
| Paper ID : 1027-IPTCCU. (R1) |
| Authors |
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لبنى خالد مصرى * مستشفى الشرطه بالأكاديمية |
| Abstract |
| Background: Postural kyphosis is a common musculoskeletal issue in lactating women due to prolonged breastfeeding postures and hormonal changes. It can contribute to discomfort, impaired function, and long-term spinal complications if left untreated. Purpose: This study aimed to compare the effects of a corrective exercise program and Kinesio taping on thoracic kyphosis and pain levels in lactating women. Subjects & Methods: Fifty lactating women with postural kyphosis were randomly divided into two groups. Group A (n=25) received a structured corrective exercise program three times per week, while Group B (n=25) received Kinesio taping applications twice per week. Both interventions continued for 12 weeks. Thoracic kyphosis angle was measured using a digital inclinometer, and pain was evaluated using the Visual Analogue Scale before and after the intervention. Conclusion: Both interventions significantly improved postural kyphosis and reduced pain. However, corrective exercises produced superior outcomes in both parameters, supporting their use as a primary rehabilitation strategy for postpartum kyphosis in lactating women. |
| Keywords |
| Keywords: corrective exercises; kinesiotaping; kyphosis; lactation; posture |
| Status: Accepted |