Effect of Foam Roller Compared to Massage on Reducing Calf Muscle Tone in Healthy Subject
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 尚未招募
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 20
- 主要终点
- Muscle tone
研究概览
简要总结
Objective: This study aims to compare the effects of two techniques-foam rolling (FR) and therapeutic massage-on reducing the muscle tone in the calf muscles (gastrocnemius and soleus) of healthy individuals.
Methods: A randomized, controlled crossover design was used with 40 healthy participants (aged 18-45). Participants were randomly assigned to either a foam roller or a therapeutic massage group. The interventions were applied to the dominant leg, and muscle tone was measured pre- and post-intervention using a MyotonPro device. The primary outcome was muscle tone (Hz), and secondary outcomes included muscle stiffness (N/m) and elasticity (D [log]).
Results: The study will assess the effectiveness of each intervention on muscle tone, stiffness, and elasticity. It aims to determine whether foam rolling is as effective or superior to traditional massage in reducing calf muscle tone.
Conclusion: This research will contribute to understanding the efficacy of foam rolling as a self-administered technique for muscle tone reduction and its potential application in clinical and athletic settings
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Randomized
- 干预模型
- Parallel
- 主要目的
- Prevention
- 盲法
- None
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 18 Years 至 —（Adult, Older Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 是
入选标准
- •Age: Participants aged between 18 and 45 years.
- •Health Status: Healthy individuals with no prior musculoskeletal conditions in the lower limbs.
- •Pain-Free: Participants should not have had pain in the gastrocnemius or Achilles tendon in the last 3 months.
- •Willingness: Participants must provide informed consent and be available for the intervention and necessary evaluations.
排除标准
- •Musculoskeletal Conditions: Individuals with any pathologies in the calf muscles (gastrocnemius, soleus) or Achilles tendon.
- •Vascular or Neurological Issues: Participants with vascular diseases or neurological disorders that may interfere with the interventions or muscle response.
- •Skin Conditions: Exclusion of participants with skin alterations, infections, or open wounds in the area of intervention.
- •Pregnancy: Women who are pregnant.
- •Sensitivity Issues: Participants with altered sensitivity in the lower limbs or any condition that may affect the response to the techniques.
- •Non-Compliance: Individuals who do not provide informed consent or are not available for the required evaluations.
研究组 & 干预措施
Foam roller
A foam roller is a cylindrical tool used for self-myofascial release (SMR), a technique that involves applying pressure to muscle groups to alleviate muscle tightness, improve flexibility, and reduce soreness. It is widely used in physical therapy, sports rehabilitation, and fitness routines. The foam roller is typically made from a dense foam material that allows for controlled compression of the muscles and fascia during rolling movements.
In the study, participants will use a foam roller to target the calf muscles (gastrocnemius and soleus) on their dominant leg. The foam roller technique consists of rolling the device along the targeted muscle areas in both directions-cranial to caudal (from the top to the bottom) and vice versa-at a slow, controlled pace (30 rolls per minute).
干预措施: Foam roller (Other)
Massage
The therapeutic massage used in this study involves manual techniques to reduce muscle tone and improve flexibility in the calf muscles. It includes:
- Deep Gliding Stroke: Sliding from the upper to the lower part of the calf to relax the muscles.
- Soleus Compression: Applying pressure to the soleus muscle with the hands to release tension.
- Calf Compression: Applying pressure to specific points on the calf to alleviate stiffness.
Each technique lasts for 2 minutes, with a total intervention time of 8 minutes per participant. The goal is to reduce muscle tone and enhance relaxation
干预措施: Massage (Other)
结局指标
主要结局
Muscle tone
时间窗: Pre and post intervention (immediately post foam roller procedure)
Description: Muscle tone refers to the continuous and passive tension in a muscle at rest, measured by its resistance to passive stretching. It is quantified in Hertz (Hz), indicating the frequency of oscillation when the muscle is in a relaxed state.
次要结局
- Muscle stiffness(Pre intervention and post intervention (immediately after the foam roller procedure))
- Muscle elasticity(pre and post intervention (immediately after the interventions))
研究者
Carlos Romero Morales
Full Professor
Universidad Europea de Madrid