Key Points The meta-analysis on joint range of motion (ROM) increases revealed a small
effect size in favor of an acute bout of stretching compared to the control condition. Subgroup …

Objective To conduct a systematic review with meta-analysis assessing the effects of foam
rolling on range of motion, laboratory-and field-based athletic measures, and on recovery …

Background and purpose Patients with hip osteoarthritis (OA) present myofascial trigger
points in the hip muscles that may reduce muscle extensibility, provoke pain and stiffness …

The present study aims to assess the effect of the hip flexion angle on the shear modulus of
the adductor longus (AL) muscle associated with passive hip abduction and rotation. Sixteen …

It has been shown that acute static stretching (SS) may increase flexibility, improve
performance and reduce the risk of muscle strains, but may also result in decreased …

Foam rolling (FR) is a method of self-myofascial release (SMR) implemented to reduce
tension in underlying soft tissue, leading to increased range of motion (ROM). The hip …

Context Alternative medical and training approaches to accelerate recovery among athletes
are growing in popularity. The potential benefits of acupressure massage on attenuating …

Abstract Topics in Exercise Science and Kinesiology Volume 5: Issue 1, Article 8, 2024.
Static stretching of hip adductor muscles is often included in traditional warm-up, though little …

RESUMO A intensidade do alongamento é uma variável que influencia de forma positiva
nos efeitos observados pela prática do alongamento, e pode ser mensurada pela …

Objective: Stretching is a central feature of warm-up before training sessions and
competitions both among amateurs and professional athletes. It is said to have a positive …