Evaluating the Role of Kinesiotaping as an Adjunct to Medication, Physiotherapy, and Exercises in on Low Back Pain: Clinical Outcomes from a Randomized Controlled Trial

The primary objective of this study is to evaluate the clinical outcomes of adding Kinesio taping to standard treatment modalities (medication, physiotherapy, and exercises) in patients with LBP, specifically in terms of pain relief, functional improvement, and overall recovery.

This RCT with a parallel-group design compares Kinesio taping + standard care vs. standard care alone in 100 patients with Low Back Pain. Randomization & Allocation Participants will be randomly assigned to either: Intervention: Kinesio taping + standard care Control: Standard care alone Allocation: Concealed randomization Follow-Up Assessments at 24 hours, 3 days, and 1 week post-intervention.

Conducted in Clinical Settings, patients randomly allocated, and patients are not blinded

Inclusion Criteria: • Adults aged 20-60 years • Diagnosed with chronic low back pain (non-specific) • Both genders • No recent back surgery or significant spinal abnormalities Exclusion Criteria: • Patients with inflammatory diseases (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis) • Pregnant women • Skin allergies, wounds, or infections in the back area • Neurological deficits (e.g., sciatica, herniated disc) • Obesity (BMI > 30)

The intervention group will have Kinesiotaping applied to the lumbar region based on standard KT methods for LBP. The tape will be applied for 3 consecutive days, following which it will be reapplied at regular intervals for one week. Physiotherapy and exercises will be administered as part of the treatment protocol for both groups. Medications, including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), will be prescribed based on individual needs.

NRS and ODI

his study employs a randomized controlled trial (RCT) design using a sample randomization method. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the Kinesio taping + standard care group or the standard care only group. Method of Randomization Type: Simple randomization Unit of Randomization: Individual participants Stratification Participants will be stratified based on: Age range: 20–60 years Pain severity level: Moderate and severe Randomization Process Software Used: SPSS Random Sequence Generation: Computer-generated randomization Random Allocation Process: Allocation will be conducted using a random sequence to ensure unbiased group assignment. Outcome Measures Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) will be utilized to assess pain levels. OSWESTRY Disability Index (ODI)

This dataset includes deidentified Individual Patient Data (IPD) from a randomized controlled trial assessing the impact of kinesio Taping on pain management in lower back. This datasheet consists of Demographics (age, gender), and grade of baseline assessment (ODI and NRS Scores) follow up results at 24 hours, 3 days and 1 week.

This dataset will be made available upon request after study completion and publications of findings.

The deidentified data will be available to researchers, clinicians and academic institutions conducting studies related to low back pain management, or rehabilitation interventions. Access will be granted upon formal request and approval

The data will be shared only for academic and research purposes Researchers must submit a formal request with ethical approval for data usage. The dataset must not be used for commercial purposes of patient re-identification.

Dataset is obtainable through formal request through emails

A formal request is needed by official email.