Exercise TherapyFSTNCT06522230
Post Exercise Recovery and FST
A study testing Fascial Stretch Therapy in people with Exercise Therapy, run by University of British Columbia.
Trial summary
In this pilot study the focus is to assess the perceived impact of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) on post-exercise recovery in University athletes. The objective is to determine if FST can expedite recovery and enhance overall well-being by reducing muscle soreness and fatigue. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 19 to 40 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Exercise Therapy
- What is being tested?
- Fascial Stretch Therapy
- Type of treatment
- Pill or oral medicine
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 5 participants
- Where
- No sites listed yet
- Study dates
- 1 Sep 2024to 30 Jun 2025
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 19 to 40 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Must be an UBCO student athlete who is at least 19 years of age and currently engaged in normal athletic training
Who cannot join
- Student athletes under 19 years of age or currently have an existing musculoskeletal injury or medical condition preventing you from engaging in normal athletic training.
Trial locations and contacts
No sites are listed yet.
Ali Placid contact
About this study
Official title: Analyzing the Perceived Impact of Fascial Stretch Therapy on the Post-exercise Recovery Process.
In this pilot study the focus is to assess the perceived impact of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) on post-exercise recovery in University athletes. The objective is to determine if FST can expedite recovery and enhance overall well-being by reducing muscle soreness and fatigue. The FST protocol will be implement by a certified FST level 2 practitioner. Upon completion of the FST intervention athletes will complete a self-assessment questionnaire. The study aims to provide empirical support for FST's efficacy in improving post-exercise recovery and contributing to the health and performance of university athletes.
Read the detailed description
Purpose: The purpose of this pilot study is to examine the perceived effects of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) on post-exercise recovery among university athletes at UBCO. By focusing solely on this aspect, the study aims to provide a nuanced understanding of how FST influences recovery processes in the context of rigorous athletic training.
Hypothesis: We hypothesize that integrating FST into the post-exercise routine of university athletes will result in expedited recovery, manifested through reduced muscle soreness and fatigue. We expect that the tailored FST sessions will contribute positively to the athletes' overall well-being, allowing them to maintain peak performance levels.
Justification: The justification for this study lies in addressing a gap in current research by honing in on the specific impact of FST on post-exercise recovery. As athletes constantly seek methods to optimize their performance, understanding the potential benefits of FST in this context becomes crucial for informed and evidence-based interventions.
Objectives: The primary objective is to assess the efficacy of FST in enhancing post-exercise recovery among university athletes. Specifically, the study aims to analyze the reduction in muscle soreness and fatigue, providing empirical support for the inclusion of FST in athletic recovery programs.
Research Design: This pilot study adopts a mixed methods one group post-test only design to a allow the understanding of perceived FST in enhancing post-exercise recovery. Participants will complete questionnaires and short semi-structured interviews.
Statistical Analysis: This study will employ descriptive statistical analysis for the questionnaire data and thematic analysis for the interview data.
- Conditions
- Exercise Therapy
- Being tested
- Fascial Stretch Therapy
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Fascial Stretch TherapyOther
Also called FST, Myofascial Stretch Therapy, Assisted Stretch Therapy
Fascial Stretch Protocol uses a combination of circumduction, traction, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) and specific FST maneuvers. Stretch is applied in both active \& passive methods taking into consideration: (1) Oscillatory - slow passive joint oscillations (back and forth movement in a regular rhythm). Small controlled oscillations help with proprioceptors around the joints, acilitates blood flow, gently stretches the ligaments, tendons, nerves, \& muscles and slows the nervous system down; (2) Traction - allows for assessment of the joint capsule movement and to decompress the joint. (3) Movement - designed to enhance the reflexes and are intentionally gentle to maximize benefits; (4) PNF - helps improve flexibility by alternating muscle contractions and relaxations. This stimulates the neuromuscular system, allowing muscles to relax deeper and increase range of motion. (5) Breath - allows the body to increase oxygen consumption to facilitate recovery.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Fascial Stretch Therapy Intervention | Experimental | Participants receive 3 x 30 Minutes of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST). FST is designed to enhance flexibility and functional range of motion. During these sessions, participant will be lying down comfortably while a trained therapist gently stretches their body. The therapist will use a mix of pulling, gentle movements, and controlled stretches to loosen up the connective tissue around your muscles and joints. Receives: Other: Fascial Stretch Therapy |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Perceptions of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) on Post-Exercise and Post-Training Recovery Among UBCO Varsity Athletes
This study aims to assess the perceptions of UBCO varsity athletes regarding the impact of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) on their post-exercise and post-training recovery. Participants will undergo a 30-minute FST intervention for four sessions over four weeks. Semi-structured interviews will be conducted with participants post-intervention to gain an understanding of their experiences with FST as part of their athletic training and conditioning.
Measured: Interviews will be conducted within one week after the completion of the 4th FST session.
Secondary outcomes (3)
Improvement in overall range of motion and functioning
Assessed using the SF-36, a widely used tool for measuring health-related quality of life (HRQoL). All items are scored so that a high score defines a more favorable health state. In addition, each item is scored on a 0 to 100 range so that the lowest and highest possible scores are 0 and 100, respectively. Scores represent the percentage of total possible score achieved.
Measured: through study completion, an average of 1 month
Improvement in overall range of motion - back
Assessed using the Revised Oswestry Disability Index (RODI) which evaluates perceived functional limitations related to lower back pain. Each of the 10 sections is scored separately (0 to 5 points each) and then added up (max total = 50). Higher scores are indicative of greater disability.
Measured: through study completion, an average of 1 month
Improvement in overall range of motion - neck
Assessed using The Neck Disability Index (NDI) questionnaire which assesses perceived functional limitations related to neck pain. Each section is scored on a 0 to 5 rating scale, in which zero means 'No pain' and 5 means 'Worst imaginable pain'.
Measured: through study completion, an average of 1 month
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted26 Jul 2024
- Study start1 Sep 2024 (estimated)
- Primary completion30 May 2025 (estimated)
- Study completion30 Jun 2025 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (3)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Exercise TherapyStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by University of British ColumbiaThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Prevention
- Allocation
- Not applicable
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 5 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- University of British Columbia
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Tanya Forneris, University of British Columbia
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06522230
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- H24-00681
- Acronym
- FST
- Status last verified
- Aug 2024
- First submitted
- 10 Jul 2024
- Last updated
- 23 Aug 2024
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No: There is not a plan to make IPD available.
Publications
Batool SA, Shakil-Ul-Rehman S, Tariq Z, Ikram M. Effects of fasciatherapy versus fascial manipulation on pain, range of motion and function in patients with chronic neck pain. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2023 Oct 5;24(1):789. doi: 10.1186/s12891-023-06769-0.
PubMed 37798756Raja G P, Bhat N S, Fernandez-de-Las-Penas C, Gangavelli R, Davis F, Shankar R, Prabhu A. Effectiveness of deep cervical fascial manipulation and yoga postures on pain, function, and oculomotor control in patients with mechanical neck pain: study protocol of a pragmatic, parallel-group, randomized, controlled trial. Trials. 2021 Aug 28;22(1):574. doi: 10.1186/s13063-021-05533-w.
PubMed 34454582Ruiz JJB, Perez-Cruzado D, Llanes RP. Immediate effects of lumbar fascia stretching on hamstring flexibility: A randomized clinical trial. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2023;36(3):619-627. doi: 10.3233/BMR-210274.
PubMed 36872764
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 23 Aug 2024. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Analyzing the Perceived Impact of Fascial Stretch Therapy on the Post-exercise Recovery Process.
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06522230
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- FST / H24-00681
- Conditions
- Exercise Therapy
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Unknown status
- Enrolment
- 5 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- University of British ColumbiaUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Sep 2024 (estimated)
- Primary completion
- 30 May 2025 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 30 Jun 2025 (estimated)
- First posted
- 26 Jul 2024 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
In this pilot study the focus is to assess the perceived impact of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) on post-exercise recovery in University athletes. The objective is to determine if FST can expedite recovery and enhance overall well-being by reducing muscle soreness and fatigue. The FST protocol will be implement by a certified FST level 2 practitioner. Upon completion of the FST intervention athletes will complete a self-assessment questionnaire. The study aims to provide empirical support for FST's efficacy in improving post-exercise recovery and contributing to the health and performance of university athletes.
Detailed description
Purpose: The purpose of this pilot study is to examine the perceived effects of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) on post-exercise recovery among university athletes at UBCO. By focusing solely on this aspect, the study aims to provide a nuanced understanding of how FST influences recovery processes in the context of rigorous athletic training.
Hypothesis: We hypothesize that integrating FST into the post-exercise routine of university athletes will result in expedited recovery, manifested through reduced muscle soreness and fatigue. We expect that the tailored FST sessions will contribute positively to the athletes' overall well-being, allowing them to maintain peak performance levels.
Justification: The justification for this study lies in addressing a gap in current research by honing in on the specific impact of FST on post-exercise recovery. As athletes constantly seek methods to optimize their performance, understanding the potential benefits of FST in this context becomes crucial for informed and evidence-based interventions.
Objectives: The primary objective is to assess the efficacy of FST in enhancing post-exercise recovery among university athletes. Specifically, the study aims to analyze the reduction in muscle soreness and fatigue, providing empirical support for the inclusion of FST in athletic recovery programs.
Research Design: This pilot study adopts a mixed methods one group post-test only design to a allow the understanding of perceived FST in enhancing post-exercise recovery. Participants will complete questionnaires and short semi-structured interviews.
Statistical Analysis: This study will employ descriptive statistical analysis for the questionnaire data and thematic analysis for the interview data.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Prevention
- Allocation
- Not applicable
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 1
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Fascial Stretch Therapy Intervention | Experimental | Other: Fascial Stretch TherapyParticipants receive 3 x 30 Minutes of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST). FST is designed to enhance flexibility and functional range of motion. During these sessions, participant will be lying down comfortably while a trained therapist gently stretches their body. The therapist will use a mix of pulling, gentle movements, and controlled stretches to loosen up the connective tissue around your muscles and joints. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 19 to 40 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Must be an UBCO student athlete who is at least 19 years of age and currently engaged in normal athletic training
Key exclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Student athletes under 19 years of age or currently have an existing musculoskeletal injury or medical condition preventing you from engaging in normal athletic training.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Fascial Stretch TherapyAlso: FST, Myofascial Stretch Therapy, Assisted Stretch TherapyFascial Stretch Protocol uses a combination of circumduction, traction, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) and specific FST maneuvers. Stretch is applied in both active \& passive methods taking into consideration: (1) Oscillatory - slow passive joint oscillations (back and forth movement in a regular rhythm). Small controlled oscillations help with proprioceptors around the joints, acilitates blood flow, gently stretches the ligaments, tendons, nerves, \& muscles and slows the nervous system down; (2) Traction - allows for assessment of the joint capsule movement and to decompress the joint. (3) Movement - designed to enhance the reflexes and are intentionally gentle to maximize benefits; (4) PNF - helps improve flexibility by alternating muscle contractions and relaxations. This stimulates the neuromuscular system, allowing muscles to relax deeper and increase range of motion. (5) Breath - allows the body to increase oxygen consumption to facilitate recovery. | Other | Fascial Stretch Therapy Intervention |
Primary outcome
Perceptions of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) on Post-Exercise and Post-Training Recovery Among UBCO Varsity Athletes
Time frame: Interviews will be conducted within one week after the completion of the 4th FST session.
This study aims to assess the perceptions of UBCO varsity athletes regarding the impact of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) on their post-exercise and post-training recovery. Participants will undergo a 30-minute FST intervention for four sessions over four weeks. Semi-structured interviews will be conducted with participants post-intervention to gain an understanding of their experiences with FST as part of their athletic training and conditioning.
3 secondary outcomes
Improvement in overall range of motion and functioning
Time frame: through study completion, an average of 1 month
Improvement in overall range of motion - back
Time frame: through study completion, an average of 1 month
Improvement in overall range of motion - neck
Time frame: through study completion, an average of 1 month
Results and safety
Results are not available in the source record.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 23 Aug 2024.
- Background: PubMed 37798756Batool SA, Shakil-Ul-Rehman S, Tariq Z, Ikram M. Effects of fasciatherapy versus fascial manipulation on pain, range of motion and function in patients with chronic neck pain. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2023 Oct 5;24(1):789. doi: 10.1186/s12891-023-06769-0.
- Background: PubMed 34454582Raja G P, Bhat N S, Fernandez-de-Las-Penas C, Gangavelli R, Davis F, Shankar R, Prabhu A. Effectiveness of deep cervical fascial manipulation and yoga postures on pain, function, and oculomotor control in patients with mechanical neck pain: study protocol of a pragmatic, parallel-group, randomized, controlled trial. Trials. 2021 Aug 28;22(1):574. doi: 10.1186/s13063-021-05533-w.
- Background: PubMed 36872764Ruiz JJB, Perez-Cruzado D, Llanes RP. Immediate effects of lumbar fascia stretching on hamstring flexibility: A randomized clinical trial. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2023;36(3):619-627. doi: 10.3233/BMR-210274.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No. There is not a plan to make IPD available.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Ali Placid contact
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Fascial Stretch Therapy in people with Exercise Therapy, run by University of British Columbia.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 1 inclusion and 1 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: status not confirmed, as of the sponsor's last update on 23 Aug 2024. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
Results are not available in the source record.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Tanya Forneris, PhD (2508079569, tanya.forneris@ubc.ca), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Perceptions of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) on Post-Exercise and Post-Training Recovery Among UBCO Varsity Athletes (time frame: Interviews will be conducted within one week after the completion of the 4th FST session.). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT06522230, which also lists 3 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 23 Aug 2024.