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THE MYOFASCIAL SYSTEM AND MINIMIZING THE RISK OS INJURY IN SPORT

RecruitingNAAges 14 Years - 18 YearsMaleAveiro University
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

The aim of the study is to evaluate the effect of myofascial self-release on muscle mechanical properties, performance, neuromuscular function, and injury risk reduction in young soccer players. The hypothesis is a reduction in the number of injuries in the experimental group, as well as improvements in muscle mechanical properties, performance, and neuromuscular function in young soccer players.The study will be a randomized clinical trial with a convenience sample of approximately 65 male athletes aged between 14 and 18 years, divided into control and experimental groups. Athletes with no history of injury in the three months prior to the study will be included, while those with a history of previous surgery or lower limb fractures in the past five years, or who are undergoing physiotherapy at the time of the study, will be excluded.Muscle mechanical properties (myotonometry), flexibil

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Athletes at the youth and junior levels * Registered with the respective football association * Athletes with no history of injury in the past 3 months Exclusion Criteria: * Athletes who failed pre-season medical examinations * Athletes with a history of previous surgery or lower limb fractures in the last 5 years * Athletes undergoing physiotherapy rehabilitation at the time of the study * Athletes participating in another injury prevention program or specific training
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What it tests

  • Myofascial Self-Release
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Where

1 site
Azevedo Coutinho Street No. 5
Fรฃo, Portugal
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