CompletedNot Applicable

Effects of Dry Needling, Static Stretching and IASTM in People With Hamstring Muscle Shortness

Turkey (Türkiye)60 participantsStarted 2019-10-01

Plain-language summary

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of dry needling, static stretching and instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization on joint range of motion, performance and muscle structure in individuals with Hamstring muscle shortness and to examine the changes in soft tissue before and after application with the help of ultrasound elastography.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years – 80 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion criteria

✓. 18-35 age range
✓. Volunteer to participate in the study
✓. Not having a diagnosed condition

Exclusion criteria

✕. Having any diagnosed discomfort
✕. Being pregnant
✕. Previously undergo surgery on the lower extremity
✕. Physical therapy and rehabilitation of lower extremity in the last 6 months

What they're measuring

Range of motion

Timeframe: 4 weeks

Muscle Strength

Timeframe: 4 weeks

Vertical jump

Timeframe: 4 weeks

Muscle stiffness

Timeframe: 4 weeks

Trial details

NCT IDNCT04118231

SponsorGazi University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2020-10-01

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