Abstract. [Purpose] This study investigated the influence of exercise on balance ability and gait function in
stroke patients after applying non-elastic tape, which can stabilize muscles and joints, to the lower extremities of the
affected side. [Subjects and Methods] The subjects were 30 patients diagnosed with stroke. They were divided into
an experimental group (n = 15) and a control group (n = 15). The experimental group performed mat and treadmill
exercises three times a week for six weeks with non-elastic tape applied to the lower extremities of the affected
side. The control group performed the same exercises but without taping. [Results] The intervention significantly
improved Berg balance scale scores and timed up and go (TUG) test scores as well as reduced stance duration and
stride duration in the experimental group. In the control group, statistically significant improvements were observed
in TUG test scores. [Conclusion] Although some differences did not reach the level of statistical significance, the
application of non-elastic tape stabilized the joints of the lower extremities, thereby increasing balance and reducing
stance duration and one step duration, which resulted in a reduction of overall gait duration.