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NCT Number: NCT06034704

Plantar Fascia Release With Magnetic Fascia Ball

In this study, the effect of plantar fascia release with a magnetic fascial cork ball on hamstring and lumbar extensor muscle elasticity will be investigated.

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Key information

Conditions

Flexibility Muscle Tightness

Age range

18 year–35 year

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Faculty of Health Sciences Bolu Abant İzzet Baysal University

Bolu, 14300, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

The use of tools such as foam rollers or massage balls to resolve myofascial tension is highly preferred by both therapists and patients. It is theorized that the sweeping pressure generated during rolling causes the fascia to stretch and increase the range of motion. In addition, the warming caused by the friction during rolling can dissolve the adhesions between the fascial layers and restore the elasticity of the myofascial tissues. In addition to similar mechanical effects, the use of cork balls with magnetic properties is becoming increasingly common. Studies have shown that static magnetic magnets reduce pain, increase microcirculation and oxygenation and cause changes in presynaptic membrane function. As far as we know, there is no study examining the myofascial relaxation effect of magnetic balls in the literature. Evaluating the clinical impact and efficacy of this device which allow the person to perform self-massage might contribute the current literature. This study was planned to evaluate the myofascial relaxation caused by two different fascial cork balls with and without magnetic properties.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Having scored 3 or less according to the Beighton scoring system
  • 18-35 years old,
  • Having asymptomatic
  • Voluntary participation in the research

Exclusion criteria

  • Having Beighton score of 4 and above
  • Having history of previous surgery
  • Having diagnosed pathology of the lower extremities and lumbar region

Treatment and study plan

Plantar fascia self massage with a magnetic fascia ball

Other

Participants were asked to roll the magnetic fascia ball on the sole of each foot for 3 minutes each, from the metatarsal heads towards the heel, concentrating on the medial longitudinal arch. Participants were informed that more intense pressure would be more beneficial and were asked to apply pressure in a way that would not cause pain.

Plantar fascia self massage with a non-magnetic fascia ball

Other

Participants were asked to roll the non-magnetic fascia ball on the sole of each foot for 3 minutes each, from the metatarsal heads towards the heel, concentrating on the medial longitudinal arch. Participants were informed that more intense pressure would be more beneficial and were asked to apply pressure in a way that would not cause pain.

Primary outcomes

  1. Goniometric Measurement of Hamstring Flexibility

    Time frame: Two times in one day (before intervention, immediately after intervention)

    Individuals are positioned supine with the hip of the limb to be measured at 90 degrees. In this position, active knee extension is requested and the acute angle between the long axis of the femur and the long axis of the fibula is measured. The DrGonyometer (iOS) smart phone application, for which a validity and reliability study was conducted, was used for the measurement.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Sit and reach test

    Time frame: Two times in one day (before intervention, immediately after intervention)

    Individuals are placed in a long sitting position with their feet resting on the test battery (Figure 2) and knees in full extension. They are asked to reach forward on the wooden block by placing their hands on top of each other. In this position, the distance between the fingers of the hand and the point where the foot rests is measured and the previous values are recorded as negative and the following values as positive.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Abant Izzet Baysal University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Investigation of the Effect of Plantar Fascia Release With Magnetic Fascia Ball on Hamstring and Lumbar Spine Flexibility

Important dates

Study start
2021
Primary completion
2021
Study completion
2021
First posted
Sep 13, 2023
Registry last updated
Sep 13, 2023

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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