Efficiency of Different Gastrocnemius Stretching Exercises

Status Not yet recruiting

Clinical Trial Summary

The primary aim of this study is to investigate the effects of different types and durations of gastrocnemius stretching on the viscoelastic properties of the gastrocnemius muscle, Achilles tendon, and plantar fascia.In addition, pain threshold of the gastrocnemius muscle and plantar fascia, as well as on hamstring tightness will be measured.

Clinical Trial Description

The study will include a total of at least 48 individuals who meet the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Subsequently, participants will be randomly assigned to one of four groups for gastrocnemius stretching exercises of different durations and types. Participants in Group I will perform sustained stretching with a towel, those in Group II will perform intermittent stretching with a towel, those in Group III will perform sustained stretching against the wall, and those in Group IV will perform intermittent stretching against the wall. The stretching exercises will be performed under the supervision of one of the researcher. Compliance with the stretching exercise will be evaluated by keeping a daily log. ;

Study Design

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

Muscle Tightness

Clinical Trial Details

NCT number	NCT06371547
Study type	Interventional
Source	Bitlis Eren University
Contact	Ömer Dursun, Asst. Prof.
Phone	5426088687
Email	fztomrdrsn@gmail.com
Status	Not yet recruiting
Phase	N/A
Start date	May 15, 2024
Completion date	December 15, 2024

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