Placebo Effect of Immediate Kinesio Taping on Upper Extremity Performance in Healthy Adults

Inclusion Criteria: * Being healthy adult between 18-40 years * No current pain or injury in the dominant upper extremity * No history of chronic musculoskeletal conditions affecting the upper extremity * Ability to read, understand, and provide informed consent * Regular use of a standard keyboard and mouse, with a minimum self-reported typing frequency of ≥5 hours per week, ensuring familiarity with digital typing tasks and adequate baseline fine motor coordination. Exclusion Criteria: * Respiratory, neurological, or cardiovascular disorders * History of surgery or fracture in the dominant upper extremity within the last six months * Known allergy or skin sensitivity to adhesives or Kinesio Tape materials * Current use of medications affecting physical performance or sensation * Participation in ongoing physical therapy or rehabilitation * Diagnosed cognitive impairment or visual deficits that could affect typing or reaction-time performance * Engagement in high-level upper extremity sports (\>10 hours/week) that could bias grip or typing performance