Abstract

Objective: To review available evidence on the efficacy of KT on functional outcomes of the lower limb in children with CP.

Method: PubMed, Web of Science, PEDro, and Cochrane were searched. The study included clinical and randomized controlled trials published until September 2023 that evaluated the effects of KT alone or with other physiotherapy interventions on the lower limb of children with CP.

Results: 206 children with CP aged 6-11 took part in the nine trials. Only one study showed improvements in gross motor function post-treatment. KT with continuous application improved functional mobility and independence, but KT's effectiveness in improving balance outcomes was inconsistent.

Conclusion: There is moderate evidence to suggest that KT application alone does not improve gross motor skills in children with CP. However, KT coupled with other physiotherapy interventions can improve functional mobility, and targeting specific muscles with KT may improve balance. 

Title

Journal of the Brazilian Medical Association.

Publisher

Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira (Rev Assoc Med Bras)

Publisher Country

Brazil

Indexing

Scopus

Impact Factor

None

Publication Type

Both (Printed and Online)

Volume

70

Year

2024

Pages

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