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Filter by:In the literature, the evidence regarding the effects of different static stretching times on elasticity is very limited, and the evidence on the effects on flexibility varies. Although 10 to 30 seconds of static stretching is said to be effective, studies on which duration is effective for which muscle group are quite limited. Based on these, the aim of this study is to examine the effects of stretching exercises of different periods on muscle elasticity to be applied to thin and thick muscle groups. In order to evaluate its effectiveness, assessment of evaluation of muscle flexibility, active-passive range of motion were being applied.
Muscle stiffness is associated with a variety of variables that affect health, however there is limited research on the effect of massage on muscle stiffness, and existing research does not quantify the intensity of massage. Thus trial will determine the effect of roller massage on quadriceps muscle stiffness and passive range of motion.
This project will determine the feasibility and validity of measuring elbow muscle flexor stiffness in a population of patients with sub-acute severe acquired brain injury using two measurement methods, the portable spasticity assessment device (PSAD) (Movotec, Charlottenlund, Denmark) and an ultrasound measurement called shear wave sonoelastography (SWE).
The investigators designed this study to determine the test-retest reliability of the viscoelastic passive properties of the calf muscles assessed using isokinetic device in flexed and extended knee position. The second objective is to determine the clinical viability of the parameters using the coefficient of repeatability and to investigate the individual characteristics associated with increased calf stiffness or altered viscoelasticity
The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of lumbopelvic stabilization on hamstrings muscle stretching in individuals with history of low back pain suspected to have a clinical lumbar instability.
This study will evaluate the clinical safety and patient satisfaction with the high power magnet system for the aesthetic improvement of buttocks. The study is a prospective multi-center open-label single-arm study. The subjects will be enrolled and assigned into a single study group. Subjects will be required to complete four (4) treatment visits and three follow-up visits - 1 month, 3 months and 12 months after the final treatment. Study will be conducted at several study sites. At the baseline visit, subject's weight will be recorded. Subjects will receive Buttocks Evaluation Questionnaire to fill in. The treatment administration phase will consist of four (4) treatments, delivered twice a week. The applicator will be applied over the gluteal area. Visible contractions will be induced by the device. At the last therapy visit, the subject's weight will be recorded. In addition, subjects will receive Subject Satisfaction, Buttocks Evaluation and Therapy Comfort Questionnaires to fill in. Safety measures will include documentation of adverse events (AE) including subject's experience of pain or discomfort after the procedure. Following each treatment administration and at the follow-up visits, subjects will be checked for immediate post-procedure adverse event assessment. Post-procedure evaluation (follow-up visits) will be conducted 1 month, 3 months and 12 months after the final treatment. A weight measure will be conducted. Also, subject's satisfaction and buttocks evaluation will be noted.
This study will evaluate the clinical safety and patient satisfaction with the high power magnet system for the aesthetic improvement of buttocks. The study is a prospective multi-center open-label single-arm study. The subjects will be enrolled and assigned into a single study group. Subjects will be required to complete four (4) treatment visits and three follow-up visits - 1 month, 3 months and 12 months after the final treatment. Study will be conducted at several study sites. At the baseline visit, subject's weight will be recorded. The treatment administration phase will consist of four (4) treatments, delivered twice a week. The applicator will be applied over the gluteal area. Visible contractions will be induced by the device. At the last therapy visit, the subject's weight will be recorded. In addition, subjects will receive Subject Satisfaction Questionnaire to fill in. Safety measures will include documentation of adverse events (AE) including subject's experience of pain or discomfort after the procedure. Following each treatment administration and at the follow-up visits, subjects will be checked for immediate post-procedure adverse event assessment. Post-procedure evaluation (follow-up visits) will be conducted 1 month, 3 months and 12 months after the final treatment. A weight measure will be conducted. Also, subject's satisfaction will be noted.
Introduction: Cycling represents a very important level of practice, being among the most practiced sports in Spain. As in any other sport discipline, its practice is associated with the appearance of overloads and sports injuries. Specifically, the 2 most affected areas are the lumbar and knee areas, with an annual prevalence of 58% and 36%, respectively. There is no clear hypothesis to explain the low back pain associated with the practice of cycling, but several authors agree that it may be due to holding an inverted posture of the rachis and the characteristics associated with this sport: long duration, static posture, high intensities, vibrations generated by the terrain, and so forth. The project proposes to analyze the acute effect of a long-lasting bicycle trip (3 hours) on the muscles involved in low back and knee pain, see, lumbar paravertebral, quadriceps and hamstrings, by means of tensiomyography (TMG). Objectives: the main objective of this study is to evaluate the behavior of the mechanical characteristics of the lower back and thigh muscles, by means of tensiomyography, in amateur cyclists after an acute effort on road and mountain bikes, and to study their possible relationship with low back pain (LBP).
Occlusive or ischemic training is a type of strength training which is becoming more and more popular every day. The safety, efficacy and detailed description about the use of occlusive training is well documented in the literature. However, the effects on hypertrophy and the stiffness of the muscle tissue are not studied. We aimed to measure these changes by ultrasound technology in a randomized controlled design.
This study will evaluate the effects of Enhanced External Counterpulsation on delayed onset muscle soreness. The primary outcomes will be duration of delayed onset muscle soreness, WBC count, CRP count, CPK count, and pain tolerance.