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Comparison of Intermittent Occlusion and Static Stretching

Comparison of Intermittent Occlusion and Static Stretching of Muscles in Prevention of Soreness and Vital Changes in Young Adults

Status
Completed
Phases
NA
Study type
Interventional
Source
ClinicalTrials.gov
Registry ID
NCT04574661
Enrollment
20
Registered
2020-10-05
Start date
2020-01-15
Completion date
2020-09-30
Last updated
2021-02-17

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Conditions

Muscle Soreness

Keywords

Muscle soreness, Vital Signs, Intermittent occlusion, Static stretching

Brief summary

To determine changes in Vitals caused by Intermittent Occlusion ( 220 mg ) and to compare the effectiveness of Intermittent Occlusion and Static Stretching of the lower limb muscle group in preventing the development of exercise induce Muscle Soreness

Detailed description

Main purpose of this study is to determine changes in Vitals caused by Intermittent Occlusion ( 220 mg ) and to compare the effectiveness of Intermittent Occlusion and Static Stretching of the lower limb muscle group in preventing the development of exercise induce Muscle Soreness. As muscle soreness is very major and basis problem of every individual , specially after enrolling into some physical activity . First consent form will be given to both male and female participants from 18 to 25 years of age and after that PAR-Q Questionnaire will be filled for every individual, so that we will check their readiness for the Exercise then all the four Vitals will measured from every individual .They will randomly assigned by lottery method to intervention group and control group. Both group individuals will be exerted by Warm up for 5 mints, heel raise in 3 sets for 10 to 15 mints until we get 4 on RPE scale, by asking to hold dumbbells of 2 kg on both of the hands. Rate of perceived exertion (RPE) is calculated by Borg grading scale .Plus, leg circumference, ROM of planter and dorsal flexion and numeric pain rating scale (NPRS) will be measured for comparison within and between the groups. Again vitals will be monitored.

Interventions

OTHERStatic Stretching

In Control group all the individuals will be asked to perform static stretching for 10 mints, 1 set . Vitals will be monitored from every individual. On 3rd day to this protocol leg circumference, ROM of planter and dorsal flexion and numeric pain rating scale (NPRS ) will be measured alone with all the Vitals from every individual.

OTHERIntermittent Occlusion

Individuals of Interventional group will be asked to lay down in supine position, apply proximal thigh cuff, 220mg for 12 minutes for intermittent occlusion. During this procedure discomfort will be checked on numeric pain rating scale, if we get 6 on scale, will stop the occlusion. Vitals will be monitored from every individual. On 3rd day to this protocol leg circumference, ROM of planter and dorsal flexion and numeric pain rating scale (NPRS ) will be measured alone with all the Vitals from every individual

Sponsors

Riphah International University
Lead SponsorOTHER

Study design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
DOUBLE (Subject, Investigator)

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 25 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes

Inclusion criteria

* Age limit: 18 -25 years of age. * Both Males and Females. * Participants intending to join a fitness or body building program shortly ( the first exercise session would be utilized to induce mild muscle soreness ) * Participants ready for physical exertion according to PAR-Q.

Exclusion criteria

* Obesity (body mass index ≥ 30 kg/m2). * Skeletal or Orthopedic Injuries. * Known Cardiovascular disease. * Open wounds. * Uncontrolled Hypertension (resting brachial blood pressure ≥ 140/90 mmHg). * Exercise induced muscle soreness in last 6 months.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Numeric pain rating scale (NPRS)4th dayThe Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) is a subjective measure in which individuals rate their pain on an eleven-point numerical scale. The scale is composed of 0 (no pain at all) to 10 (worst imaginable pain). It has been shown that a composite scoring system including best, worse, and current level of pain. 27 Recent studies showed that the Majority of patients of all ages and both genders prefer NRS 28. Patients feel this scale of pain measuring technique quite easy and understandable. The benefit of the NRS is that it is validated as well as quick and easy to use.
Goniometer4th dayA goniometer is an instrument which measures the available range of motion at a joint. This can be an indicator of stress which is unavoidable. Many studies showed that The universal goniometer are reliable in repeated measures of joint angles 30 .Manual goniometers can be used with confidence for longitudinal assessments in the clinic
Measuring Tape4th dayTape measurement has been used for decades round measurement or the contour of the Muscle to detect atrophy or hypertrophy of Joint to determine swelling. Research shows that measuring tape is valid and reliable tool for circumference measurements .Circumference measurements taken by spring tape have high reliability
Borg Rate of Perceived Exertion4th dayResearch suggest that the Borg CR-10 scale is valid and reliable for monitoring exercise intensity
PAR-Q Questionnaire4th dayPhysical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PARQ) clearance has been recommended prior to low-to-moderate exercise involvement. Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PARQ) is safe and effective means of risk stratification for patients interested in becoming more physically active. These results support the concurrent validity of the PARQ and suggest the revisions have had their intended effect
Temperature4th dayA valid Tool for temperature measurement which has been in use from centuries is Mercury Thermometer.
Pulse rate4th dayThe pulse rate is a measurement of the heart rate, or the number of times the heart beats per minute which can be felt by the beats by firmly pressing on the arteries, which are located close to the surface of the skin at certain points of the body. In this study we will be using Radial Artery.
Respiratory Rate4th dayThe respiration rate is the number of breaths a person takes per minute , when a person is at rest counting the number of breaths for one minute by counting how many times the chest rises.
Blood pressure4th dayThe aneroid monitor is valid and cost effective tool which for measuring blood pressure

Countries

Pakistan

Outcome results

None listed

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026