Comparison of The Immediate Effects of Thoracolumbar Fascia Inhibition and Suboccipital Muscle Inhibition on Cervical and Lumbar Joint Range of Motion, Flexibility of Back Extensors and Hamstring Muscles, Functional Exercise Capacity, and Balance In Individuals With Hamstring Shortness
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 已完成
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 75
- 试验地点
- 2
- 主要终点
- Change in Cervical Range of Motion (degrees) from Baseline to Post-Intervention
研究概览
简要总结
This randomized controlled trial aimed to compare the immediate effects of two self-myofascial release techniques-suboccipital muscle inhibition and thoracolumbal fascia inhibition-on hamstring flexibility, spinal range of motion, and balance in healthy adults. A total of 75 participants with hamstring tightness were randomly assigned to one of three groups: suboccipital inhibition, thoracolumbal inhibition, or control. All participants performed hamstring stretching, and the intervention groups received one of the inhibition techniques immediately after. Outcomes were measured at baseline and within 30 minutes post-intervention. The study found that both techniques led to significant improvements in hamstring flexibility and spinal mobility, with region-specific benefits. The thoracolumbal technique was more effective for trunk and hamstring flexibility, while the suboccipital technique provided greater cervical mobility gains. Balance improvements were limited. These findings support the use of targeted myofascial interventions in clinical practice.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Randomized
- 干预模型
- Parallel
- 主要目的
- Treatment
- 盲法
- Single (Investigator)
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 18 Years 至 25 Years（Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 是
入选标准
- •Healthy volunteers between the ages of 18 and 25
- •Hamstring muscle tightness as defined by Active Knee Extension Test (AKET) ≥ 20°
- •Ability to follow study instructions and provide informed consent
- •No participation in other clinical studies within the last 3 months
排除标准
- •AKET < 20° (i.e., no hamstring tightness)
- •History of musculoskeletal, neurological, or systemic diseases affecting balance or flexibility
- •Recent injury or surgery involving the spine, pelvis, or lower extremities
- •Use of medications affecting muscle tone or balance
- •Inability to perform the required movements or assessments
- •Pregnancy or suspected pregnancy
结局指标
主要结局
Change in Cervical Range of Motion (degrees) from Baseline to Post-Intervention
时间窗: Baseline and immediately (within 30 minutes) post-intervention
Cervical range of motion (flexion, extension, lateral flexion, rotation) in healthy individuals with hamstring tightness.
Change in Finger-to-Floor Distance from Baseline to Post-Intervention
时间窗: Baseline and immediately (within 30 minutes) post-intervention
Finger-to-Floor Distance was used to assess hamstring flexibility. Measurements were taken pre-intervention and within 30 minutes following the intervention.
Change in Y Balance Test from Baseline to Post-Intervention
时间窗: Baseline and immediately (within 30 minutes) post-intervention
The Y Balance Test was used to assess dynamic balance, with participants reaching in the anterior, posteromedial, and posterolateral directions while standing on one leg. The average reach distance in centimeters (cm) was recorded for each direction. The test was administered at baseline and within 30 minutes post-intervention to assess immediate changes in balance performance.
Change in Active Knee Extension Angle (degrees) from Baseline to Post-Intervention
时间窗: Baseline and immediately (within 30 minutes) post-intervention
Active Knee Extension Test (AKET): Degree of knee extension measured using a goniometer. Higher values indicate greater flexibility.
Change in The Stork Balance Test from Baseline to Post-Intervention
时间窗: Baseline and immediately (within 30 minutes) post-intervention
The Stork Balance Test was used to evaluate static balance by measuring how long (in seconds) a participant could maintain a balanced stance on one leg.
Change in Lumbal Range of Motion (degrees) from Baseline to Post-Intervention
时间窗: Baseline and immediately (within 30 minutes) post-intervention
Lumbal range of motion (flexion, extension) in healthy individuals with hamstring tightness.
Change in Finger-to-Floor Distance from Baseline to Post-Intervention
时间窗: Baseline and immediately (within 30 minutes) post-intervention
Finger-to-Floor Distance was used to assess hamstring flexibility. Measurements were taken pre-intervention and within 30 minutes following the intervention.
Change in The Stork Balance Test from Baseline to Post-Intervention
时间窗: Baseline and immediately (within 30 minutes) post-intervention
The Stork Balance Test was used to evaluate static balance by measuring how long (in seconds) a participant could maintain a balanced stance on one leg.
Change in Lumbal Range of Motion (degrees) from Baseline to Post-Intervention
时间窗: Baseline and immediately (within 30 minutes) post-intervention
Lumbal range of motion (flexion, extension) in healthy individuals with hamstring tightness.
次要结局
未报告次要终点
研究者
Sanem ŞENER
Assistant Professor
Bulent Ecevit University