Effect of Kinesio Taping Combined With Postural Correction on Improving Tension-Type Headache Among University Students

Sex: All

Ages: 18 Years – 25 Years

Healthy volunteers: No

Phase: NA

Enrollment: 52

Sponsor: Deraya University

Location: Deraya university, faculty of physical therapy Minya Menia Governorate

Summary

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of combining Kinesio Taping (KT) with postural correction exercises and suboccipital muscle inhibition (SMI) in managing tension-type headaches (TTH) among university students. The intervention's impact on headache intensity, frequency, and functional limitations will be compared with a control group performing postural correction and SMI alone.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * University students aged 18-25 years * Diagnosed with tension-type headache per ICHD-3 criteria * At least 10 headache episodes per month for \>3 months * Pericranial muscle tenderness (suboccipital, temporalis, upper trapezius) * Craniovertebral angle \< 50° Exclusion Criteria: * Migraine or cluster headaches * Recent neck trauma or surgery * Skin allergy or sensitivity to tape * Current use of medications affecting pain perception Cervical radiculopathy or neurological deficits

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