Effects of Kinesiology Taping and Yoga Therapy on Postural Correction for Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunctionin Powerlifters

Purpose: To evaluate the effects of kinesiology taping and yoga therapy on postural correction, pain reduction, and muscle activation in powerlifters with sacroiliac joint (SIJ) dysfunction.Methods: A randomized controlled trial was conducted on 40 competitive weightlifters (28 males, 12 females) diagnosed with SIJ dysfunction.Participants were randomly assigned to two groups (n = 20 each).Group A received kinesiology taping in a belt-like pattern around the SIJ using I-and Y-strips (15-25% tension), replaced every 3-4 days for three weeks.Group B underwent supervised yoga therapy sessions focusing on postural alignment, pelvic stability, and flexibility (Tadasana, Bhujangasana, Setu Bandhasana), three times weekly for three weeks.All participants received standard warm-up, stretching, and pelvic tilt education.Pain was measured using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), muscle activation via surface electromyography (%MVC), and functional mobility using a standardized mobility score.Data were analyzed using paired and independent t-tests with p < 0.05 considered significant.Results: Both groups showed significant within-group improvements in all parameters (p < 0.001).Between-group comparison revealed greater improvement in the kinesiology taping group, including lower post-intervention VAS scores (3.20 vs. 4.10; p = 0.003), higher muscle activation (71.8% vs. 66.7%;p = 0.006), and superior mobility (60.3 vs. 55.1;p = 0.002).Conclusion: Kinesiology taping demonstrated superior short-term benefits over yoga therapy for pain relief, muscle activation, and functional mobility in SIJ dysfunction among powerlifters.A combined approach integrating taping for immediate relief and yoga for long-term postural correction may enhance rehabilitation outcomes.