Post Exercise Recovery and FST

NCT06522230 | Not Yet Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: H24-00681
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 5
• Locations: 0 countries
• Sites: N/A

Brief Summary

In this pilot study the focus is to assess the perceived impact of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) on post-exercise recovery in University athletes. The objective is to determine if FST can expedite recovery and enhance overall well-being by reducing muscle soreness and fatigue. The FST protocol will be implement by a certified FST level 2 practitioner. Upon completion of the FST intervention athletes will complete a self-assessment questionnaire. The study aims to provide empirical support for FST's efficacy in improving post-exercise recovery and contributing to the health and performance of university athletes.

Conditions

Exercise Therapy

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Perceptions of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) on Post-Exercise and Post-Training Recovery Among UBCO Varsity Athletes

  This study aims to assess the perceptions of UBCO varsity athletes regarding the impact of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) on their post-exercise and post-training recovery. Participants will undergo a 30-minute FST intervention for four sessions over four weeks. Semi-structured interviews will be conducted with participants post-intervention to gain an understanding of their experiences with FST as part of their athletic training and conditioning.

  Interviews will be conducted within one week after the completion of the 4th FST session.

Secondary Outcomes (3)

• Improvement in overall range of motion and functioning

  through study completion, an average of 1 month

• Improvement in overall range of motion - back

  through study completion, an average of 1 month

• Improvement in overall range of motion - neck

  through study completion, an average of 1 month

Study Arms (1)

Fascial Stretch Therapy Intervention

EXPERIMENTAL

Participants receive 3 x 30 Minutes of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST). FST is designed to enhance flexibility and functional range of motion. During these sessions, participant will be lying down comfortably while a trained therapist gently stretches their body. The therapist will use a mix of pulling, gentle movements, and controlled stretches to loosen up the connective tissue around your muscles and joints.

Other: Fascial Stretch Therapy

Interventions

Fascial Stretch Therapy OTHER

Fascial Stretch Protocol uses a combination of circumduction, traction, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) and specific FST maneuvers. Stretch is applied in both active \& passive methods taking into consideration: (1) Oscillatory - slow passive joint oscillations (back and forth movement in a regular rhythm). Small controlled oscillations help with proprioceptors around the joints, acilitates blood flow, gently stretches the ligaments, tendons, nerves, \& muscles and slows the nervous system down; (2) Traction - allows for assessment of the joint capsule movement and to decompress the joint. (3) Movement - designed to enhance the reflexes and are intentionally gentle to maximize benefits; (4) PNF - helps improve flexibility by alternating muscle contractions and relaxations. This stimulates the neuromuscular system, allowing muscles to relax deeper and increase range of motion. (5) Breath - allows the body to increase oxygen consumption to facilitate recovery.

Also known as: FST, Myofascial Stretch Therapy, Assisted Stretch Therapy

Fascial Stretch Therapy Intervention

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 19 Years - 40 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64)

You may qualify if:

• Must be an UBCO student athlete who is at least 19 years of age and currently engaged in normal athletic training

You may not qualify if:

• Student athletes under 19 years of age or currently have an existing musculoskeletal injury or medical condition preventing you from engaging in normal athletic training.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• University of British Columbia: lead

Related Publications (3)

• Batool SA, Shakil-Ul-Rehman S, Tariq Z, Ikram M. Effects of fasciatherapy versus fascial manipulation on pain, range of motion and function in patients with chronic neck pain. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2023 Oct 5;24(1):789. doi: 10.1186/s12891-023-06769-0.

  PMID: 37798756 BACKGROUND

• Raja G P, Bhat N S, Fernandez-de-Las-Penas C, Gangavelli R, Davis F, Shankar R, Prabhu A. Effectiveness of deep cervical fascial manipulation and yoga postures on pain, function, and oculomotor control in patients with mechanical neck pain: study protocol of a pragmatic, parallel-group, randomized, controlled trial. Trials. 2021 Aug 28;22(1):574. doi: 10.1186/s13063-021-05533-w.

  PMID: 34454582 BACKGROUND

• Ruiz JJB, Perez-Cruzado D, Llanes RP. Immediate effects of lumbar fascia stretching on hamstring flexibility: A randomized clinical trial. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2023;36(3):619-627. doi: 10.3233/BMR-210274.

  PMID: 36872764 BACKGROUND

Central Study Contacts

Tanya Forneris, PhD

CONTACT

2508079569; tanya.forneris@ubc.ca

Ali Placid

CONTACT

aplacid@student.ubc.ca

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: NA
• Masking: NONE
• Purpose: PREVENTION
• Intervention Model: SINGLE GROUP
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Professor of Teaching

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: July 10, 2024
• First Posted: July 26, 2024
• Study Start: September 1, 2024
• Primary Completion: May 30, 2025
• Study Completion: June 30, 2025
• Last Updated: August 23, 2024

Record last verified: 2024-08

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share