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Myofascial Release Wıth Hamstring Shortness

45 participantsStarted 2025-09-15

Plain-language summary

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).

Who can participate

Age range18 Years – 60 Years

SexALL

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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

What they're measuring

V-Sit-Reach Test

Timeframe: at the beginning of the study and 4 weeks after the start

Single Leg Stance Test

Timeframe: at the beginning of the study and 4 weeks after the start

Y Balance Test

Timeframe: at the beginning of the study and 4 weeks after the start

T Drill Test

Timeframe: at the beginning of the study and 4 weeks after the start

Illinois Agility Test

Timeframe: at the beginning of the study and 4 weeks after the start

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07174258

SponsorMedipol University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2025-10-15

Contact for this trial

AYÇA NUR KILINÇ, Msc

+905549904004 aycaa.kilinc@gmail.com

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Plain-language summary

Who can participate

Age range18 Years – 60 Years

SexALL

See this in plain English?

AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.

What they're measuring

V-Sit-Reach Test

Timeframe: at the beginning of the study and 4 weeks after the start

Single Leg Stance Test

Timeframe: at the beginning of the study and 4 weeks after the start

Y Balance Test

Timeframe: at the beginning of the study and 4 weeks after the start

T Drill Test

Timeframe: at the beginning of the study and 4 weeks after the start

Illinois Agility Test

Timeframe: at the beginning of the study and 4 weeks after the start