Myofascial Release Wıth Hamstring Shortness

NCT ID: NCT07174258

Last Updated: 2025-09-22

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Clinical Phase

NA

Total Enrollment

45 participants

Study Classification

INTERVENTIONAL

Study Start Date

2025-09-15

Study Completion Date

2025-10-30

Brief Summary

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The aim of this study will be to investigate the effects of different myofascial release techniques on flexibility, balance, and performance in individuals with hamstring (HT) muscle shortness. A total of 48 participants with hamstring shortness will be randomly assigned into three groups: Group I (Manual Myofascial Release Group), Group II (Graston Group), and Group III (Home Exercise Group).

Detailed Description

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The aim of this study will be to investigate the effects of different myofascial release techniques on flexibility, balance, and performance in individuals with hamstring (HT) muscle shortness. A total of 48 participants with hamstring shortness will be randomly assigned into three groups: Group I (Manual Myofascial Release Group), Group II (Graston Group), and Group III (Home Exercise Group). The Graston and manual myofascial release groups will receive interventions twice a week for 4 weeks, totaling 8 sessions, in addition to being provided with a home exercise brochure. The home exercise group will receive only the brochure. All participants will be evaluated in terms of balance, flexibility, and performance both before and after the interventions. Balance will be assessed using the Single Leg Stance Test (SLST) and the Y Balance Test (YBT); flexibility will be assessed using the V Sit and Reach Test; agility and performance will be assessed using the Illinois Agility Test and the T-Drill Test.

Conditions

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Myofacial Pain

Study Design

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Allocation Method

RANDOMIZED

Intervention Model

PARALLEL

Primary Study Purpose

TREATMENT

Blinding Strategy

SINGLE

Participants

Study Groups

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Group I

(Manual Myofascial Relasing group

Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

Manual myofascial release group

Intervention Type OTHER

Manual myofascial release techniques were applied to Group I on the feet, legs, and thighs, twice a week for 4 weeks.

Group II

Graston Group

Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

Graston group

Intervention Type OTHER

Graston was applied to the gastrocnemius and hamstring muscles, and before the application, solid petroleum jelly was applied to the area to lubricate the surface. A stainless steel Graston instrument was used for the application, using a superficial sweep technique at a 30-degree angle for 2 minutes, followed by a deep sweep for 30 seconds.

Group III

Home based exercise group

Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

Home based exercise group

Intervention Type OTHER

Group III received a home exercise program that included stretching exercises. They were asked to perform the exercises twice a week for four weeks, with 15-20 repetitions, without any intervention from a physiotherapist.

Interventions

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Manual myofascial release group

Manual myofascial release techniques were applied to Group I on the feet, legs, and thighs, twice a week for 4 weeks.

Intervention Type OTHER

Graston group

Graston was applied to the gastrocnemius and hamstring muscles, and before the application, solid petroleum jelly was applied to the area to lubricate the surface. A stainless steel Graston instrument was used for the application, using a superficial sweep technique at a 30-degree angle for 2 minutes, followed by a deep sweep for 30 seconds.

Intervention Type OTHER

Home based exercise group

Group III received a home exercise program that included stretching exercises. They were asked to perform the exercises twice a week for four weeks, with 15-20 repetitions, without any intervention from a physiotherapist.

Intervention Type OTHER

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Being between 18 and 60 years of age,
* Visible shortening of the hamstring muscle,
* Passive straight leg raise (SLR) angle ≤ 70 degrees,
* No musculoskeletal problems in the lower extremity,
* First-time applicant for treatment of hamstring tightness, and
* Volunteering to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria

* Participating in intense physical activity within the last 24 hours
* Having had previous lower extremity trauma or surgery
* Having ankle instability
* Having neurological findings during the DBK test
* Having used analgesic, anti-inflammatory, or muscle relaxant medications within the last month
* Having obesity, diabetes, and/or metabolic syndrome
* Being pregnant
Minimum Eligible Age

18 Years

Maximum Eligible Age

60 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Sponsors

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Medipol University

OTHER

Sponsor Role lead

Responsible Party

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Ayca Nur Kilinc

Msc

Responsibility Role PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Principal Investigators

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Merve Yılmaz Menek, PhD

Role: STUDY_DIRECTOR

Medipol University

Central Contacts

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AYÇA NUR KILINÇ, Msc

Role: CONTACT

+905549904004

Merve Yılmaz Menek, PhD

Role: CONTACT

+905399874499

Other Identifiers

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E-10840098-202.3.02-3737

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id

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