Presence of latent trigger points.
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention 1: Intervention group: Before the application of kinesio tape, participants are asked to shave the hair on the anterior thigh and posterior calf to avoid any interference with the applica
Sponsors
Shiraz University of Medical Sciences
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
Male
Age
18 Years to 35 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Male gender. Participation in at least one 2-hour volleyball or basketball training session or match per week, or two 1-hour sessions per week, during the last 2 years. Age between 18 and 35 years. Presence of at least one latent myofascial trigger point in the quadriceps and gastrocnemius muscles of both lower limbs
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: The presence of musculoskeletal problems (such as pain in the lower limbs) that prevent the individual from performing the tests. Lack of willingness to participate in the study. trauma or injury to the lower limb muscles or joints within the last 6 months that resulted in at least 2 weeks of absence from activity, or in which the athlete still experiences pain.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Jump Height: The maximum distance of the individual from the ground after jumping off the surface. Timepoint: 1. Before the intervention 2. 24 hours after the intervention. Method of measurement: Measuring tape.;T-test sprint time: The duration it takes for the participant to complete the designated course and cross the finish line. Timepoint: 1. Before the intervention 2. 24 hours after the intervention. Method of measurement: Stopwatch.;Pressure pain threshold (PPT): The minimum amount of pressure that elicits an unpleasant pain sensation in the participant, measured using a pressure algometer. Timepoint: 1. Before the intervention 2. 24 hours after the intervention. Method of measurement: Pressure algometer. | — |
Countries
Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Contacts
Public ContactKatayoon Rezaei
Shiraz University of Medical Sciences
Outcome results
None listed