The Effect of Rigid Taping in Chronic Stroke Patients With Knee Hyperextension

In this study, it is aimed to examine the effect of rigid taping on hyperextension control in stroke patients with knee hyperextension in the stance phase of gait.Hypothesis Ho: Rigid taping has no effect on the control of knee hyperextension in stroke patients.H1: Rigid taping has an effect on the control of knee hyperextension in stroke patients.

Inclusion Criteria:Having had a stroke at least 6 months agoAmbulation with or without a walking aid (walker, cane or tripod)To be between 0-3 points according to the Modified Rankin ScoringPresence of spasticity in any of the lower extremity muscles with a value of at least 1 according to the Modified Ashworth ScaleGetting a score of 24 or higher on the Mini Mental TestPresence of hyperextension in the stance phase of gaitExclusion Criteria:Having more than one stroke historyBeing diagnosed with dementiaHaving a previous diagnosis of orthopedic, psychiatric or other neurological diseaseHaving a situation that prevents communicationHistory of surgery or joint contracture involving the lower extremities and gait