Grastion and Percussion Therapy (NCT07389395) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Grastion and Percussion Therapy
20 participantsStarted 2026-02-15
Plain-language summary
The study aims to investigate the effects of percussion therapy and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (AISM), commonly used in clinical settings, on muscle fatigue, maximum muscle strength, pain threshold, and muscle oxygenation.
The study will involve 20 volunteer participants. To achieve the study results, pre-exercise percussion therapy and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (AISM) will be administered using a crossover design.
Results will be measured using a digital dynamometer, a moxy oxygen monitor, and a fatigue questionnaire.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 35 Years
Sex
ALL
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Aged 18-35 years
* Healthy participants
* Sedentary lifestyle as defined by the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) (low physical activity category)
* Ability to understand the study procedures and provide written informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* Upper extremity injury or surgery within the past 6 months
* Presence of skin lesions, wounds, or dermatological diseases at the application site
* Any diagnosed musculoskeletal disorder
* History of cardiovascular, metabolic, or pulmonary disease
* Presence of neurological disorders or cognitive impairment affecting cooperation
* Use of medications affecting neuromuscular function or circulation
* Participation in any upper extremity strength training within the past 3 months
* Contraindications to percussion therapy or instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (Graston)
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Muscle Oxygen Saturation (SmO₂)
Timeframe: "Baseline (30 seconds before exercise)" "During the entire exercise period (from exercise onset to exercise termination)" "Post-exercise (0 to 2 minutes after exercise termination)"