Thesis (M.Sc.) - Cairo University - Faculty of Physical Therapy - Department of Basic Science

Background: The search for new therapeutic approaches capable of improving musculoskeletal functions is progressively increasing in conjunction with current technological innovations. The human hand is clearly the most important and complex structure of the upper extremity due to its extensive mobility and the sensitive capabilities of its surrounding tissues, which allows gripping and feeling, its essential functions. And since the fundamental role of handgrip strength in activities of daily living is important, this study assessed the effects of kinesiotaping on different handgrip strength in computer users. Aim of the study : The present study aimed to investigate the effect of kinesiotaping on power hand grip and precision hand grip in computer users. Subjects and Methods: Thirty computer users voluntarily participated in this study, their age ranged from 20 to 45 years. They assigned into 2 groups, group (A) where subjects use computer {u2264}4 hours/day, and group (B) where subjects use computer > 4 hours/day. Group (A) consisted of 14 subjects, Group (B) consisted of 16 subjects. Power hand grip was measured using hand held dynamometer, and precision hand grip was measured using pinch gauge for all participants for both right and left hands, then kinesiotaping was applied on the wrist joint of both hands, and all measures was taken again immediately. Results:It was observed that a significant increase in strength values occurred in the right hand and the left hand compared to the initial values, in both the power and precision hand grip strength in both groups, in the comparison of handgrip strength between the dominant and non-dominant hands, it was observed that the dominant hand (right hand) demonstrated greater handgrip strength at all the assessment times, comparing both groups

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