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Foam Roller Compared to Massage on Reducing Calf Muscle Tone in Healthy Subjects (FRTONE)

26. april 2026 oppdatert av: Carlos Romero Morales, Universidad Europea de Madrid

Effect of Foam Roller Compared to Massage on Reducing Calf Muscle Tone in Healthy Subject

Objective: This study aims to compare the effects of two techniques-foam rolling (FR) and therapeutic massage-on reducing the muscle tone in the calf muscles (gastrocnemius and soleus) of healthy individuals.

Methods: A randomized, controlled crossover design was used with 40 healthy participants (aged 18-45). Participants were randomly assigned to either a foam roller or a therapeutic massage group. The interventions were applied to the dominant leg, and muscle tone was measured pre- and post-intervention using a MyotonPro device. The primary outcome was muscle tone (Hz), and secondary outcomes included muscle stiffness (N/m) and elasticity (D [log]).

Results: The study will assess the effectiveness of each intervention on muscle tone, stiffness, and elasticity. It aims to determine whether foam rolling is as effective or superior to traditional massage in reducing calf muscle tone.

Conclusion: This research will contribute to understanding the efficacy of foam rolling as a self-administered technique for muscle tone reduction and its potential application in clinical and athletic settings

Studieoversikt

Status

Har ikke rekruttert ennå

Forhold

Intervensjon / Behandling

Studietype

Intervensjonell

Registrering (Antatt)

20

Fase

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Beskrivelse

Inclusion Criteria:

  1. Age: Participants aged between 18 and 45 years.
  2. Health Status: Healthy individuals with no prior musculoskeletal conditions in the lower limbs.
  3. Pain-Free: Participants should not have had pain in the gastrocnemius or Achilles tendon in the last 3 months.
  4. Willingness: Participants must provide informed consent and be available for the intervention and necessary evaluations.

Exclusion Criteria:

  1. Musculoskeletal Conditions: Individuals with any pathologies in the calf muscles (gastrocnemius, soleus) or Achilles tendon.
  2. Vascular or Neurological Issues: Participants with vascular diseases or neurological disorders that may interfere with the interventions or muscle response.
  3. Skin Conditions: Exclusion of participants with skin alterations, infections, or open wounds in the area of intervention.
  4. Pregnancy: Women who are pregnant.
  5. Sensitivity Issues: Participants with altered sensitivity in the lower limbs or any condition that may affect the response to the techniques.
  6. Non-Compliance: Individuals who do not provide informed consent or are not available for the required evaluations.

Studieplan

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Hvordan er studiet utformet?

Designdetaljer

  • Primært formål: Forebygging
  • Tildeling: Randomisert
  • Intervensjonsmodell: Parallell tildeling
  • Masking: Ingen (Open Label)

Våpen og intervensjoner

Deltakergruppe / Arm
Intervensjon / Behandling
Eksperimentell: Foam roller

A foam roller is a cylindrical tool used for self-myofascial release (SMR), a technique that involves applying pressure to muscle groups to alleviate muscle tightness, improve flexibility, and reduce soreness. It is widely used in physical therapy, sports rehabilitation, and fitness routines. The foam roller is typically made from a dense foam material that allows for controlled compression of the muscles and fascia during rolling movements.

In the study, participants will use a foam roller to target the calf muscles (gastrocnemius and soleus) on their dominant leg. The foam roller technique consists of rolling the device along the targeted muscle areas in both directions-cranial to caudal (from the top to the bottom) and vice versa-at a slow, controlled pace (30 rolls per minute).
Annen: Foam roller

The foam roller is used for self-myofascial release (SMR) to reduce muscle tightness and improve flexibility. In this study, participants will use the foam roller on their dominant calf muscles, rolling it up and down at a controlled pace (30 rolls per minute). The pressure applied should be moderate, staying within a pain tolerance of 6/10 on the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS).

The technique is repeated three times, with a one-minute rest between sets. The goal is to enhance muscle relaxation and reduce muscle tone
Aktiv komparator: Massage

The therapeutic massage used in this study involves manual techniques to reduce muscle tone and improve flexibility in the calf muscles. It includes:

  1. Deep Gliding Stroke: Sliding from the upper to the lower part of the calf to relax the muscles.
  2. Soleus Compression: Applying pressure to the soleus muscle with the hands to release tension.
  3. Calf Compression: Applying pressure to specific points on the calf to alleviate stiffness.

Each technique lasts for 2 minutes, with a total intervention time of 8 minutes per participant. The goal is to reduce muscle tone and enhance relaxation
Annen: Massage

The therapeutic massage used in this study involves manual techniques to reduce muscle tone and improve flexibility in the calf muscles. It includes:

  1. Deep Gliding Stroke: Sliding from the upper to the lower part of the calf to relax the muscles.
  2. Soleus Compression: Applying pressure to the soleus muscle with the hands to release tension.
  3. Calf Compression: Applying pressure to specific points on the calf to alleviate stiffness.

Each technique lasts for 2 minutes, with a total intervention time of 8 minutes per participant. The goal is to reduce muscle tone and enhance relaxation

Hva måler studien?

Primære resultatmål

Resultatmål
Tiltaksbeskrivelse
Tidsramme
Muscle tone
Tidsramme: Pre and post intervention (immediately post foam roller procedure)
Description: Muscle tone refers to the continuous and passive tension in a muscle at rest, measured by its resistance to passive stretching. It is quantified in Hertz (Hz), indicating the frequency of oscillation when the muscle is in a relaxed state.
Pre and post intervention (immediately post foam roller procedure)

Sekundære resultatmål

Resultatmål
Tiltaksbeskrivelse
Tidsramme
Muscle stiffness
Tidsramme: Pre intervention and post intervention (immediately after the foam roller procedure)
Description: Muscle stiffness is the resistance a muscle provides when stretched. It is measured in Newtons per meter (N/m) and reflects how much force is needed to deform the muscle. Higher stiffness indicates less flexibility.
Pre intervention and post intervention (immediately after the foam roller procedure)
Muscle elasticity
Tidsramme: pre and post intervention (immediately after the interventions)
Description: Elasticity refers to a muscle's ability to return to its original shape after being stretched. It is measured using a logarithmic scale (D [log]), representing the rate of decrease in oscillation amplitude after a mechanical disturbance.
pre and post intervention (immediately after the interventions)

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Universidad Europea de Madrid

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Studer hoveddatoer

Studiestart (Antatt)

15. mai 2026

Primær fullføring (Antatt)

15. juni 2026

Studiet fullført (Antatt)

15. juli 2026

Datoer for studieregistrering

Først innsendt

26. april 2026

Først innsendt som oppfylte QC-kriteriene

26. april 2026

Først lagt ut (Faktiske)

4. mai 2026

Oppdateringer av studieposter

Sist oppdatering lagt ut (Faktiske)

4. mai 2026

Siste oppdatering sendt inn som oppfylte QC-kriteriene

26. april 2026

Sist bekreftet

1. april 2026

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