Muscle Stretching Exercises, Range of Motion, Articular
Conditions
Brief summary
The effect of stretching on range of motion is believed to rely upon an increased tolerance to stretch. This suggests, that pain modulation has significance in regards to the effect of stretching.
Detailed description
Given that there may be differences in the way men and women perceive a painful stimulus, this suggests that there may be potential gender differences in the tolerance to stretch following stretching.
Interventions
Muscle stretching exercises consisting of static stretching exercises of the knee flexors
Sponsors
University College of Northern Denmark
Study design
Observational model
CASE_CONTROL
Time perspective
CROSS_SECTIONAL
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 45 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* Absence of any pain or other conditions which might affect the somatosensory system and pain perception
Exclusion criteria
* Substance abuse, History of neurological or mental disabilities, Lack of ability to comply with instructions, Delayed onset of muscle soreness
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Range of Motion | Passive knee extension range of motion was measured at baseline just prior to Muscle stretching exercises | Passive knee extension Range of motion |
| Pain Thresholds | Pressure pain Thresholds were measured at baseline just prior to muscle stretching exercises | Pressure Pain Thresholds |
| Torque | Passive resistive torque was measured at baseline just prior to muscle stretching exercises | Passive Resistive Torque |
Countries
Denmark
Outcome results
None listed