Comparison of the Effects of Intermittent Pneumatic Compression, Graston Technique and Percussive Therapy
NCT ID: NCT06634862
Last Updated: 2024-10-15
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Basic Information
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NOT_YET_RECRUITING
NA
60 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2024-12-02
2025-05-18
Brief Summary
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Detailed Description
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Studies on the intermittent pneumatic compression device, graston technique and percussive therapy (massage weapons) have focused on investigating their use in athlete health. During the literature review, it was realised that the use of these and other auxiliary therapies and elements that increase the speed of recovery has not been investigated for sedentary individuals. The necessity and benefits of regular exercise for sedentary individuals as well as athletes in daily life have been proven by many studies. It has become a common belief that exercise should be a part of the life of every adult individual, whether athlete or sedentary, in order to maintain a healthy life. Furthermore, enjoyment of exercise and perceived exercise intensity play an important role in the adherence of sedentary individuals; moderate intensity exercise is more likely to be enjoyable and adaptive for this population. Psychological factors such as mood and self-efficacy also influence exercise behaviours in sedentary individuals, with negative exercise-related cognitions potentially moderating the exercise-effect relationship and affecting feelings of pleasure during and after exercise. However, one of the biggest obstacles for sedentary individuals to form a sports habit is the fatigue and muscle pain they experience after exercise. These effects, which make it difficult to continue daily life the next day, distract the person from the habit of exercising regularly. Furthermore, the psychosocial benefits of incorporating regular exercise into the daily life flow are well documented and emphasise the wider positive impact of exercise beyond physical health.
Intermittent Pneumatic Compression (IPC) is a mechanical method used to apply compression to limbs and has a number of therapeutic uses. The device consists of a pair of inflatable sleeves wrapped around the leg and an electric pneumatic pump that inflates the sleeves with air, compressing deep veins and displacing blood proximally. The working principle of IPC is based on passively increasing blood flow by applying external pressure to the extremity, but the exact physiological mechanisms are only partially understood. However, despite its widely recognised use and positive effects on circulatory conditions, the literature on the use of IPC in musculoskeletal treatment is limited. The available evidence has been investigated in several studies, including the efficacy of IPC, its effect on vasodilatory effects in distal skeletal muscle and its effect on serum indices of muscle function, pain and muscle damage. Studies have also reported improvements in exercise duration as well as fatigue when using pneumatic compression during rest after warm-up exercises. IPC devices are particularly popular among endurance athletes because they have the potential to reduce exercise-induced muscle damage. Research on IPC has shown that the devices increase muscle blood flow during exercise and increase blood flow during post-exercise recovery. More research is needed on the effects of IPC in musculoskeletal treatment, especially on exercise-induced muscle damage and pain. In conclusion, IPC devices have shown promising results in various therapeutic applications, especially in athlete rehabilitation and post-exercise recovery. Furthermore, all of this information demonstrates the great potential of these devices for health and sports applications.
The Graston Technique (GT) is a form of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilisation that uses stainless steel instruments to perform manual therapy on soft tissues. It is widely used by clinicians to treat various soft tissue disorders. Research has reported that it effectively promotes collagen synthesis and inhibition of adhesion of treated tissues. Furthermore, the graston technique has been used to manage pain and range of motion limitations caused by scar tissue and musculoskeletal injuries. Overall, the graston technique has been studied in a variety of contexts and has demonstrated potential effects on range of motion, pain relief and musculoskeletal conditions. Some studies reported direct effects on specific outcomes, while others emphasised its potential when combined with other therapeutic interventions. These findings contribute to the understanding of the graston technique as a modality for soft tissue mobilisation and musculoskeletal disorders in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, particularly highlighting its potential to manage muscle pain and promote recovery. In conclusion, the graston technique is a widely used form of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilisation with reported efficacy in the management of various musculoskeletal disorders.
Percussive therapy has gained popularity in recent years as a potential intervention to alleviate post-exercise muscle pain and fatigue. This therapy involves the use of a mechanical system to provide percussive massage and its effectiveness in promoting recovery and reducing muscle soreness has been a topic of interest in the field of sports medicine and rehabilitation. Several studies have investigated the acute effects of percussive therapy on muscle recovery and pain, aiming to understand its potential benefits for athletes and individuals engaged in physical activities. Furthermore, the use of percussive therapy with resistance training has been shown to have acute effects on movement velocity, suggesting the potential to influence exercise performance and recovery. These findings contribute to the understanding of how percussive therapy can influence muscle function and recovery processes. In the context of pain management, exercise therapy has been advocated as an effective treatment for chronic low back pain, suggesting the potential for therapeutic interventions, including percussive therapy, to address musculoskeletal pain and discomfort. Although the acute effects of percussive therapy on muscle recovery have been the focus of research, the underlying mechanisms and long-term effects of this therapy need to be further investigated. Understanding the impact of percussive therapy on muscle regeneration, inflammation and tissue repair processes may provide valuable insights into its potential to enhance recovery and reduce muscle fatigue. In conclusion, research on massage gun or percussive therapy demonstrates its potential as a valuable intervention to address post-exercise muscle pain and fatigue. Further investigation of the underlying mechanisms, long-term effects and comparative effectiveness of percussive therapy may provide valuable insights into its role in promoting muscle recovery and enhancing exercise performance.
Considering all these, it is necessary to compare these modalities among each other and to investigate their contribution to the health of sedentary individuals as well as athletes. Although there are studies in the literature on the comparison of these modalities with classical physiotherapy and rehabilitation modalities, there is no comparative study on their contribution to the recovery process. In addition to its contribution to the literature, this study is thought to be useful for physiotherapists who use these and similar modalities in the clinical environment.
The main aim of this study was to investigate the effects of these therapeutic treatment modalities on post-exercise muscle pain, muscle tone and fatigue. Post-exercise recovery is a very popular topic in recent times, especially for athletes. Many different methods are used for this purpose in the clinical environment. In this study, the effectiveness of these modalities on recovery and their superiority over each other will be investigated.
H0 Hypothesis: Intermittent pneumatic compression, graston technique and percussive therapy have no effect on muscle pain, muscle tone and balance after quadriceps fatigue protocol.
H1 Hypothesis: Intermittent pneumatic compression device application is more effective than graston technique and percussive therapy on muscle pain, muscle tone and balance after quadriceps fatigue protocol.
H2 Hypothesis: Graston technique application is more effective than intermittent pneumatic compression device and percussive therapy on muscle pain, muscle tone and balance after quadriceps fatigue protocol.
H3 Hypothesis: Percussive therapy is more effective than intermittent pneumatic compression device and graston technique on muscle pain, muscle tone and balance after quadriceps fatigue protocol.
Conditions
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Study Design
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RANDOMIZED
PARALLEL
TREATMENT
NONE
Study Groups
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intermittent pneumatic pressure group
Intermittent Pneumatic Compression (IPC) is a mechanical method of applying compression to the limbs and has a number of therapeutic uses. The device consists of a pair of inflatable sleeves wrapped around the leg and an electric pneumatic pump that inflates the sleeves with air, compressing the deep veins and displacing blood proximally. The working principle of IPC is based on passively increasing blood flow by applying external pressure to the extremity, but the exact physiological mechanisms are only partially understood. However, despite its widely recognised use and positive effects on circulatory conditions, the literature on the use of IPC in musculoskeletal treatment is limited. The available evidence has been investigated in several studies, including the efficacy of IPC, its effect on vasodilatory effects in distal skeletal muscle and its effect on serum indices of muscle function, pain and muscle damage. Studies have also reported improvements in exercise duration as wel
Normatec Air Compression
Intermittent pneumatic pressure has been used in other studies, usually for deep vein thrombosis and vascular disorders. In this way, it has not been compared with other recovery interventions for post-exercise recovery applications.
Soft Tissue Mobilization Technique Group
The Graston Technique (GT) is a form of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilisation that uses stainless steel instruments to perform manual therapy on soft tissues. It is widely used by clinicians to treat various soft tissue disorders. Research has reported that it effectively promotes the inhibition of adhesion of treated tissues and collagen synthesis. Furthermore, the graston technique has been used to manage pain and range of motion limitations caused by scar tissue and musculoskeletal injuries. Overall, the graston technique has been studied in a variety of contexts and has demonstrated potential effects on range of motion, pain relief and musculoskeletal conditions. Some studies reported direct effects on specific outcomes, while others emphasised its potential when combined with other therapeutic interventions. These findings contribute to the understanding of the graston technique as a modality for soft tissue mobilisation and musculoskeletal disorders in the field of physio
Soft Tissue Mobilization
The soft tissue mobilisation technique has been investigated in other studies in terms of its effect on soft tissue and its role recovery. In this way, there is no comparison with other recovery interventions for post-exercise recovery applications.
Percussive Therapy Group
Percussive therapy has gained popularity in recent years as a potential intervention to alleviate muscle soreness and fatigue after exercise. This therapy involves the use of a mechanical system to provide percussive massage and its effectiveness in promoting recovery and reducing muscle soreness has been a topic of interest in the field of sports medicine and rehabilitation. Several studies have investigated the acute effects of percussive therapy on muscle recovery and pain, aiming to understand its potential benefits for athletes and individuals engaged in physical activities. Furthermore, the use of percussive therapy with resistance training has been shown to have acute effects on movement speed, suggesting the potential to influence exercise performance and recovery. These findings contribute to the understanding of how percussive therapy can influence muscle function and recovery processes. In the context of pain management, exercise therapy is advocated as an effective treatm
Percussive therapy
Percussive therapy has been investigated in device research and athlete health. In this way, it has not been compared with other recovery interventions for post-exercise recovery applications.
control group
In the control group, quadriceps fatigue protocol was applied, measurements were taken on two separate days and no intervention was made.
No interventions assigned to this group
Interventions
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Normatec Air Compression
Intermittent pneumatic pressure has been used in other studies, usually for deep vein thrombosis and vascular disorders. In this way, it has not been compared with other recovery interventions for post-exercise recovery applications.
Soft Tissue Mobilization
The soft tissue mobilisation technique has been investigated in other studies in terms of its effect on soft tissue and its role recovery. In this way, there is no comparison with other recovery interventions for post-exercise recovery applications.
Percussive therapy
Percussive therapy has been investigated in device research and athlete health. In this way, it has not been compared with other recovery interventions for post-exercise recovery applications.
Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* Not having any chronic disease.
* Not doing active sports for at least 6 months.
* Not having any previously diagnosed lower extremity pathology.
* Not having a chronic lower extremity problem and not having a major trauma (fracture, anterior cruciate ligament injury, etc.).
* Not having any cognitive problem that prevents them from following and adapting to a specific exercise programme.
* No visual, vestibular and neurological disorders.
Exclusion Criteria
* Any musculoskeletal problem in the lower extremities.
* Use of sedative medication due to chronic disease (rheumatism, lung and/or heart etc.)
* Regular use of painkillers, muscle relaxants or anti-inflammatory drugs.
* Any history of surgery on the lower extremity.
* Any history of pain in the lower extremity during the fatigue protocol.
* Pregnancy.
25 Years
45 Years
ALL
Yes
Sponsors
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Okan University
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Melis Beril Yazıcı
Master of Science, Principal Investigator
Locations
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Okan University
Istanbul, Tuzla, Turkey (Türkiye)
Countries
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Central Contacts
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Facility Contacts
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Melis Beril Yazıcı
Role: backup
References
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Stedge HL, Armstrong K. The Effects of Intermittent Pneumatic Compression on the Reduction of Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage in Endurance Athletes: A Critically Appraised Topic. J Sport Rehabil. 2021 Jan 8;30(4):668-671. doi: 10.1123/jsr.2020-0364.
Machado AF, Ferreira PH, Micheletti JK, de Almeida AC, Lemes IR, Vanderlei FM, Netto Junior J, Pastre CM. Can Water Temperature and Immersion Time Influence the Effect of Cold Water Immersion on Muscle Soreness? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Sports Med. 2016 Apr;46(4):503-14. doi: 10.1007/s40279-015-0431-7.
Other Identifiers
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OU-FTR-MBY-01
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id
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