“Developing a Physical Rehabilitation Therapy Model Using Back Exercise and Kinesiotaping to Reduce Pain in Individuals with Low Back Pain”

Low Back Pain is a condition characterized by pain in the lower back muscles, commonly caused by excessive daily activities such as prolonged standing, lifting heavy loads, or sitting for extended periods. These activities can lead to muscle strain, while aging further contributes to decreased physical activity and mobility, resulting in weakened back and abdominal muscles. The prevalence of LBP in Indonesia is estimated at 18% and increases with age. Approximately 85% of LBP cases are nonspecific, often related to soft tissue abnormalities such as injuries, muscle spasms, or fatigue. To address these problems, interventions such as Back Exercise and Kinesio Taping can be applied. This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of Back Exercise and Kinesio Taping in reducing pain among patients with LBP. This experimental research employed a pre-test and post-test group design, comparing pain intensity before and after a six-week intervention. From a total population of 15 participants screened based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, 10 participants were eligible and selected as the study sample. Pain levels were measured using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). The results of the paired comparison analysis showed a significant reduction in pain (p = 0.003, p < 0.05), indicating that Back Exercise and Kinesio Taping are effective in alleviating pain associated with Low Back Pain. This study demonstrates that the combination of Back Exercise and Kinesio Taping provides a significant reduction in pain among patients with Low Back Pain. The findings highlight the potential of integrating exercise-based rehabilitation with supportive tapping techniques as a non-invasive and effective therapeutic approach. These results suggest that such interventions may be recommended as part of clinical management strategies to improve the quality of life of individuals suffering from Low Back Pain.

Low Back Pain, Pain, Back Exercise, Kinesiotaping

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