Effects of Foam Roller Versus KT Tape on Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness Clinical Trial

Official title:

Effects of Foam Roller Versus KT Tape on Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness

Clinical Trial Details — Status: Active, not recruiting

Administrative data

• NCT number: NCT06076356
• Other study ID #: REC/01615 Maria Nawaz
• Status: Active, not recruiting
• Phase: N/A
• Start date: August 15, 2023
• Est. completion date: January 31, 2024

Study information

• Verified date: October 2023
• Source: Riphah International University
• Contact: n/a
• Is FDA regulated: No
• Study type: Interventional

Clinical Trial Summary

Objective of this study is to compare the effects of foam roller with KT tape on DOMS. The university going students will be divided in two groups, with one group receiving Kinesio Tape as intervention and other Foam Rolling as intervention. Pain and range of motion will be assessed before and after the intervention and the effects of both interventions will be compared.

Description:

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) is a common phenomenon experienced after unaccustomed or intense physical activity, characterized by muscle discomfort, pain, and reduced range of motion. Various interventions have been conducted to alleviate DOMS symptoms, including the use of foam rollers and Kinesiology Tape (KT tape). This randomized controlled clinical trial aims to compare the effects of foam roller and KT tape interventions on reducing DOMS and improving muscle recovery. The participants would go for a single session of High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) to induce DOMS. Group-A participants would receive KT taping afterwards, while Group-B participants would receive foam rolling as intervention. Their effect would be measured using Visual Analog Scale (VAS), Tenderness Grading Scale, Knee Range of Motion (ROM) and Vertical Jump Height. This study delves into the applications and potential benefits of KT tape and foam roller in managing DOMS, shedding light on their effectiveness and how they can contribute to enhancing post-exercise recuperation and overall well-being.

Recruitment information / eligibility

• Status: Active, not recruiting
• Enrollment: 24
• Est. completion date: January 31, 2024
• Est. primary completion date: November 30, 2023
• Accepts healthy volunteers: Accepts Healthy Volunteers
• Gender: Male
• Age group: 18 Years to 36 Years

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

• Individuals with normal BMI (18.5 to 25 Kg/m2)

Exclusion Criteria:

• Individuals with history of metabolic or musculoskeletal disease.
• Individuals with any recent acute injury.
• Athletes exercising regularly and regular gymnasium going individuals.

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

• Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness
• Myalgia

Intervention

Other:
• Foam Rolling
Foam Roller for 90 seconds over anterior (quadriceps) and posterior (hamstrings) aspect of thigh.
• Kinesio Taping
Kinesio taping over anterior (quadriceps) and posterior (hamstrings) aspect of thigh.

Locations

Country	Name	City	State
Pakistan	Riphah International University (RIU)	Islamabad	Islamabad Capital Territory

Sponsors (1)

Lead Sponsor	Collaborator
Riphah International University

Country where clinical trial is conducted

Pakistan, 

Outcome

Type	Measure	Description	Time frame	Safety issue
Primary	Pain (VAS Score)	Pain will be measured using Visual Analog Scale (VAS) ranging from zero (0=no pain) to ten (10=worst pain).	Baseline, after 24 hours, after 48 hours, and after 72 hours
Primary	Tenderness	Tenderness will be measured using Tenderness Grading Scale ranging from zero (0=no tenderness) to four (4=severe tenderness).	Baseline, after 24 hours, after 48 hours, and after 72 hours
Secondary	Knee Range of Motion (Flexion)	Range of motion will be measured using Universal Goniometer	Baseline, after 24 hours, after 48 hours, and after 72 hours
Secondary	Vertical Jump Height	Vertical Jump Height will be measured using Vertec.	Baseline, after 24 hours, after 48 hours, and after 72 hours