Oliver Ristow1,2, Bettina Hohlweg-Majert3,4, Stephen R Stürzenbaum5, Victoria Kehl6, Steffen Koerdt7, Lilian Hahnefeld3,7, Christoph Pautke3,8. 1. Medizin und Aesthetik, Clinic for Oral and Maxillofacial and Plastic Surgery, Lenbachplatz 2a, 80333, Munich, Germany. ristow@aesthetik-muenchen.de. 2. University of Munich, Goethestr. 70, 80336, Munich, Germany. ristow@aesthetik-muenchen.de. 3. Medizin und Aesthetik, Clinic for Oral and Maxillofacial and Plastic Surgery, Lenbachplatz 2a, 80333, Munich, Germany. 4. Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Technical University of Munich, Ismaninger Str. 22, 81675, Munich, Germany. 5. School of Biomedical Sciences, King's College London, London, SE1 9NH, UK. 6. Institute of Medical Statistics and Epidemiology, Technical University of Munich, Ismaninger Straße 22, 81675, Munich, Germany. 7. University of Munich, Goethestr. 70, 80336, Munich, Germany. 8. Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Munich, Lindwurmstr. 2a, 80336, Munich, Germany.
Abstract
OBJECTIVES: Although the extraction of an impacted third molar (3M) is a routine procedure, postoperative morbidities typically include swelling, pain, and trismus. The aim of the present study was to investigate whether the application of kinesiologic tape can improve the postoperative morbidities associated with 3M surgery, thereby improving the postoperative well-being of patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Forty patients assigned for prospective 3M removal were randomized into two treatment groups (with/without kinesiologic tape). Facial swelling was quantified using a five-line measurement at six specific time points. Pain scores were assessed using a visual analog scale, and mouth opening range was assessed by means of standard calipers. In addition, all patients were asked to evaluate overall satisfaction and swelling (both groups) and the effect of the tape on movement and comfort (taped group only). RESULTS: The postoperational application of kinesiologic tape reduced significantly all investigated parameters: swelling, pain, and trismus. Furthermore, patients with kinesiologic tape reported a significantly lower morbidity rate. CONCLUSION: The application of kinesiologic tape following a 3M surgery is a simple and economical, yet medically relevant approach. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Kinesiologic tape offers patients a less traumatic postoperational experience and therefore holds promise to enhance the quality of life of a large cohort of the population.
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OBJECTIVES: Although the extraction of an impacted third molar (3M) is a routine procedure, postoperative morbidities typically include swelling, pain, and trismus. The aim of the present study was to investigate whether the application of kinesiologic tape can improve the postoperative morbidities associated with 3M surgery, thereby improving the postoperative well-being of patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Forty patients assigned for prospective 3M removal were randomized into two treatment groups (with/without kinesiologic tape). Facial swelling was quantified using a five-line measurement at six specific time points. Pain scores were assessed using a visual analog scale, and mouth opening range was assessed by means of standard calipers. In addition, all patients were asked to evaluate overall satisfaction and swelling (both groups) and the effect of the tape on movement and comfort (taped group only). RESULTS: The postoperational application of kinesiologic tape reduced significantly all investigated parameters: swelling, pain, and trismus. Furthermore, patients with kinesiologic tape reported a significantly lower morbidity rate. CONCLUSION: The application of kinesiologic tape following a 3M surgery is a simple and economical, yet medically relevant approach. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Kinesiologic tape offers patients a less traumatic postoperational experience and therefore holds promise to enhance the quality of life of a large cohort of the population.
Authors: Aleksandra Jaroń; Olga Preuss; Elżbieta Grzywacz; Grzegorz Trybek Journal: Int J Environ Res Public Health Date: 2021-01-06 Impact factor: 3.390