| Objective: To provide a comprehensive overview of the application of kinesio taping (KT) as a standalone or adjunctive therapy in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). Methods: Relevant literature was retrieved from various databases including PubMed, Web of Science, Science Direct, Embase, The Cochrane Library, VIP, China National Knowledge Network (CNKI), and Wanfang data until June 27th, 2022. The Scoping review method was employed to extract relevant content from the literature. Results: A total of 332 articles were identified spanning from 2013 to 2022 across 6 countries. Postoperative pain management, swelling reduction, range of motion improvement, thigh circumference measurement and functional performance enhancement were found to be key aspects related to ACLR’s structural integrity and dysfunction. Evaluation tools included pain indicators such as Visual Analog Scale (VAS), Numerical Rating Scale (NRS), Laitinen scale and WHO pain scale; Range of scale assessment tools like protractors; Muscle strength assessment tools such as isokinetic muscle strength test and Baseline? handheld dynamometer; Limb circumference measuremeat for bilateral thigh circumference; Functional evaluation tools such as Lysholm score, improved Cincinnati score, Tampa Rating Scale (TSK), Star shift balance test (YBT), one-leg jump test, 10-yard lower limb function test and Tegner-Lysholm knee scale. The pasting methods were mainly Y shape, I shape and claw shape, using different pasting methods for combined pasting. Conclusion: Current research focuses on the intervention effects of intramuscular adhesive tape on postoperative pain management, reduction in swelling, muscle strength recovery, and overall functional improvement following ACLR. The studies should further explore optimal timing, duration, application methods, and tension force for taping interven-tions in future, so as to provide a more adequate theoretical basis for the promotion of intramuscular taping technology based on evidence-based medicine. |
