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NCT Number: NCT03521544

Self-Myofascial Release in the Posterior Myofascial Chain

The study investigates the relation between different segments of the posterior myofascial chain of the human body.

The intervention consists on apply self-myofascial release with a foam roller in one of the segments of the posterior myofascial chain of the participants, and then see if the treatment has produced any changes in the hamstrings, gastrocnemius and soleus flexibility.

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Key information

Conditions

Fasciae (Anatomy)--Inflammation

Age range

18 year–40 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya

Sant Cugat del Vallès, Barcelona, 08195, Spain

About this study

The study investigates the relation between different segments of the posterior myofascial chain of the human body.

The intervention consists on apply self-myofascial release with a foam roller in one of the segments of the posterior myofascial chain, and then see if the treatment has produced any changes in the hamstrings, gastrocnemius and soleus flexibility.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

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

Exclusion criteria

  • Pregnant women
  • Musculoskeletal problems in the last month
  • Surgical interventions in he knee, hip, ankle, back or neck in tha last 6 months
  • Psychological or nervous alterations
  • Uncomprehension of the study protocol

Treatment and study plan

Self-myofascial release

Other

The subjects roll a foam roller under a determinated part of the body to self-massage that area.

Other names: Foam rolling

Primary outcomes

  1. Hamstrings flexibility change

    Time frame: 0 seconds, 30 seconds, 2 minutes, 5 minutes, 10 minutes

    Measurement of the hamstrings flexibility change through Sit and Reach Test

Secondary outcomes

  1. Triceps surae flexibility change

    Time frame: 0 seconds, 10 minutes

    Measurement of the triceps surae flexibility change using the Lunge Test.

  2. Fatigue

    Time frame: 10 minutes

    Fatigue subjective sensation using the Modified Borg Scale

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Self-Myofascial Release in the Posterior Myofascial Chain in Healthy Subjects With a Foam Roller

Important dates

Study start
2018
Primary completion
2018
Study completion
2018
First posted
May 11, 2018
Registry last updated
Jun 20, 2018

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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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