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Myofascial Release Wıth Hamstring Shortness

No phase Interventional Myofacial Pain

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What is being studied: The protocol lists: Manual myofascial release group, Graston group, Home based exercise group.
Who it may be relevant to: Registry conditions: Myofacial Pain. Basic parameters: 18 years — 60 years · All.
What needs checking: Age, condition and sex are only basic indicators. Prior treatment, laboratory values and other mandatory requirements appear in the eligibility criteria below.
Where it takes place: Center list to be confirmed — check the primary protocol.
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Official title

The Effect of Different Myofascial Release Techniques on Flexibility, Balance, and Performance In Individuals With Hamstring Shortness

Overview

Detailed description

The aim of this study will be to investigate the effects of different myofascial release techniques on flexibility, balance, and performance in individuals with hamstring (HT) muscle shortness. A total of 48 participants with hamstring shortness will be randomly assigned into three groups: Group I (Manual Myofascial Release Group), Group II (Graston Group), and Group III (Home Exercise Group). The Graston and manual myofascial release groups will receive interventions twice a week for 4 weeks, totaling 8 sessions, in addition to being provided with a home exercise brochure. The home exercise group will receive only the brochure. All participants will be evaluated in terms of balance, flexibility, and performance both before and after the interventions. Balance will be assessed using the Single Leg Stance Test (SLST) and the Y Balance Test (YBT); flexibility will be assessed using the V Sit and Reach Test; agility and performance will be assessed using the Illinois Agility Test and the T-Drill Test.

Interventions

Other Manual myofascial release group
Manual myofascial release techniques were applied to Group I on the feet, legs, and thighs, twice a week for 4 weeks.
Other Graston group
Graston was applied to the gastrocnemius and hamstring muscles, and before the application, solid petroleum jelly was applied to the area to lubricate the surface. A stainless steel Graston instrument was used for the application, using a superficial sweep technique at a 30-degree angle for 2 minutes, followed by a deep sweep for 30 seconds.
Other Home based exercise group
Group III received a home exercise program that included stretching exercises. They were asked to perform the exercises twice a week for four weeks, with 15-20 repetitions, without any intervention from a physiotherapist.

Primary outcome measures

V-Sit-Reach Test [Time frame: at the beginning of the study and 4 weeks after the start]
Single Leg Stance Test [Time frame: at the beginning of the study and 4 weeks after the start]
Y Balance Test [Time frame: at the beginning of the study and 4 weeks after the start]
T Drill Test [Time frame: at the beginning of the study and 4 weeks after the start]
Illinois Agility Test [Time frame: at the beginning of the study and 4 weeks after the start]

Eligibility criteria

Inclusion criteria

Being between 18 and 60 years of age,
Visible shortening of the hamstring muscle,
Passive straight leg raise (SLR) angle ≤ 70 degrees,
No musculoskeletal problems in the lower extremity,
First-time applicant for treatment of hamstring tightness, and
Volunteering to participate in the study

Exclusion criteria

Participating in intense physical activity within the last 24 hours
Having had previous lower extremity trauma or surgery
Having ankle instability
Having neurological findings during the DBK test
Having used analgesic, anti-inflammatory, or muscle relaxant medications within the last month
Having obesity, diabetes, and/or metabolic syndrome
Being pregnant

Criteria are shown verbatim from the registry (in English). Final eligibility is always assessed by the study center.

Healthy volunteers: No

Study design

Allocation: Randomized
Model: Parallel assignment
Masking: Single blind
Primary purpose: Treatment

Study locations

Center list to be confirmed — check the primary protocol.

Identifiers

NCT: NCT07174258 · E-10840098-202.3.02-3737

Primary sources (government registries)

ClinicalTrials.gov (US NIH)

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