Clinical trials: Stretching Exercises
Achilles Tendinopathy
Electrical DN as an Adjunct to Eccentric Exercise, Stretching + MT for Achilles Tendinopathy
The purpose of this research is to compare two different approaches for treating patients with achilles tendinopathy: eccentric exercise, stretching and manual therapy VS Electric dry needling, eccentric exercise, stretching and…
- Trial name
- NCT03968614
- Testing
- Electric dry needling and conventional PT, Conventional PT
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 110 people
- Sponsor
- Alabama Physical Therapy & Acupuncture
Healty Volunteers
This Study Explores Whether Static Stretching and Foam Rolling Intervention of the Calf (Dominant Leg) Can Improve Range of Motion and Balance Similarly to Treatments Applied to the Hamstring (Dominant Leg), Supporting the Concept of Myofascial Chains
This study explores the effects of static stretching (SS) and foam rolling (FR) on the knee's range of motion (ROM) and balance, with particular reference to their application to the calf muscles and their possible influence…
- Trial name
- NCT07112534
- Testing
- Static stretching, Foam rolling
- Where
- Italy
- Volunteers
- 48 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Alberto Canzone
Menstrual Cycle, Passive Stretching
Biomechanical Changes During Menstrual Cycle
The aim of the work is to assess the effect of the menstrual cycle on the biomechanical properties of the muscles. The study will be conducted among young women aged 20-25 with a regular menstrual cycle.
- Conditions
- Menstrual Cycle, Passive Stretching, Hamstring Muscles
- Trial name
- NCT03979326
- Testing
- Static stretching
- Where
- Poland
- Volunteers
- 500 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Medical University of Silesia
Gait, Flexibility
Age-Related Gait Changes and Hip Flexibility
Based on their preliminary quantitative gait findings suggesting that limited passive hip extension range is a key functionally limiting impairment affecting gait, the investigators propose a supervised, specific stretching…
- Trial name
- NCT00924261
- Testing
- Hip Stretch, Shoulder Stretch
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 250 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Virginia
Cervical Radicular Pain
Effects of Myokinetic Stretching Technique and Post Facilitation Stretching on Pain, Range of Motion, and Functional Disability in Patients With Cervical Radicular Pain
Cervical radicular pain (CRP) is a musculoskeletal condition characterized by neck pain radiating to the upper limb due to compression or irritation of cervical nerve roots.
- Trial name
- NCT07724470
- Testing
- Myokinetic Stretching Technique, Post facilitation stretching
- Where
- 2 sites in Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences
Healthy Individuals With Hamstring Tightness
Neurodynamic Sliding Verses Static Stretching
Hamstring muscle are more likely to shorten among all biarticular muscles of human body. One of the many factors of hamstring tightness is increased tension in the neural structure.
- Trial name
- NCT05076825
- Testing
- Neurodynamic Sliding, Static Stretching
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 30 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Lahore
Lateral Epicondylitis
Dry Needling, Manipulation and Stretching vs. Manual Therapy, Exercise and Ultrasound for Lateral Epicondylalgia
The purpose of this research is to compare two different approaches for treating patients with lateral epicondylalgia: electric dry needling, thrust manipulation and stretching versus impairment-based manual therapy, exercise and…
- Trial name
- NCT03167710
- Testing
- Dry Needling, manipulation, stretching, manual therapy, exercise, ultrasound
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 143 people
- Sponsor
- Alabama Physical Therapy & Acupuncture
Postural Low Back Pain
Comparison of Core Stabilization and Neuromuscular Facilitation Exercises for Lowback Pain Prevention
Low back pain (LBP) is a leading cause of disability worldwide, particularly affecting individuals in occupations that demand prolonged sitting or standing, such as healthcare professionals.
- Trial name
- NCT06846203
- Testing
- Core stabilization Exercise Group, Neuromuscular Fascilitation Exercise Group
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 63 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
Stretch
Effects of Stretching Types on Gastrocnemius
Stretching is the process of positioning certain muscles and related soft tissues of the body in a position that will lengthen them.
- Trial name
- NCT05879042
- Testing
- Static Stretching, Dynamic Stretching, PNF Stretching
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 60 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Kubra Koce
Chronic Neck Pain
Effects of Manual Therapy and Exercise Training of Diaphragm in Patients With Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic neck pain is a commonly reported problem and often associated with functional disability. Studies showed that patients with chronic neck pain compensated with changes in breathing pattern.
- Trial name
- NCT04664842
- Testing
- Diaphragmatic Stretch Technique, Breathing Exercise Training
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 126 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- National Cheng Kung University
Aerobic Exercise, Stretching
Active and Passive Exercise Training in Improving Vascular Function: Local vs Systemic Vascular Effect.
Maintaining an adequate state of vascular function is an important element for the maintenance of cardiovascular well-being. Several training plans involving both active and passive engagement by the muscles have been proposed…
- Trial name
- NCT04758754
- Testing
- Training
- Where
- Italy
- Volunteers
- 36 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Milan
Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders
Effects of a School-based Exercise Program on Posture, Trunk Range of Motion, and Musculoskeletal Pain
The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of a school-based exercise program on posture, trunk range of motion and musculoskeletal pain in schoolchildren. This study was a Randomized controlled trial.
- Trial name
- NCT02255695
- Testing
- School-based exercise program
- Where
- Brazil
- Volunteers
- 300 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Universidade Federal de Sao Carlos
Gestational Diabetes
Effects of Self-stretching and Aerobic Exercise in Gestational Diabetes.
: Gestational diabetes is a common pregnancy-related condition characterized by impaired glucose metabolism. It poses risks to both maternal and fetal health.
- Trial name
- NCT06242106
- Testing
- Glucometer
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 36 people
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
Rehabilitation, Muscle Tightness
Investigation of the Effect of Different Term Stretching Exercise on Muscle Elasticity in Two Different Muscle Groups
In the literature, the evidence regarding the effects of different static stretching times on elasticity is very limited, and the evidence on the effects on flexibility varies.
- Trial name
- NCT04837287
- Testing
- Static Stretching Exercise for 10 Seconds, Static Stretching Exercise for 30 Seconds
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 22 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Marmara University
Accidental Falls
Lower-limb Strength and Flexibility Program on Prevention of Falls in the Community-dwelling Elderly
Accidental falls result in major physical and psychological morbidity in the elderly. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of lower-limb strength and flexibility program, which is analyzed under the control of other…
- Trial name
- NCT01830634
- Testing
- Theraband with strengthening and stretching exercise
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 107 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Changhua Christian Hospital
Rounded Shoulder Posture
Immediate Effects of Different Stretching Methods for Pectoralis Minor Muscle
The aim of our study is to compare the effects of different stretching methods for the pectoralis minor (PM) muscle on scapula position, PM muscle length and scapular muscle activation in individuals with shoulder protraction.
- Trial name
- NCT06307899
- Testing
- Unilateral Corner Stretch, Manual Stretching, PNF Stretching
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 25 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Gazi University
Piriformis Syndrome
Foam Rolling and Dynamic Stretching in Piriformis Syndrome
To compare the combined effects of foam rolling and dynamic stretching in patients with piriformis syndrome. 1. Warm-Up (2-3 minutes) Objective: Increase blood flow and prepare muscles for stretching.
- Trial name
- NCT07278193
- Testing
- Group A (Foam Rolling), Group B (Foam rolling and Dynamic Stretching)
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- University of Lahore
Plantar Fascitis
Shock Waves Therapy Combined With Leg Stretching in Patients With Plantar Fasciitis
The aim of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of a combination treatment consisting of ESWT and stretching of different muscles in the lower body compared to ESWT treatment alone in patients with plantar fasciitis.
- Trial name
- NCT06466616
- Testing
- Real stretching
- Where
- Spain
- Volunteers
- 52 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Alcala
Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive
The Prescriptive Validity of a Novel Fall Risk Clinical Prediction Rule for People With COPD
This study has 3 objectives: (1) demonstrate the effectiveness of balance training for people with COPD, (2) determine which patients with COPD respond best to balance training, and (3) calculate clinically meaningful changes in…
- Trial name
- NCT05173532
- Testing
- Balance Training, Breathing and Stretching Exercises
- Where
- 4 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 88 people
- Sponsor
- Texas Woman's University
Upper Cross Syndrome
Effect Of PNF Techniques Versus CCEP On Pain, Function and Quality of Life In Patients With Upper Cross Syndrome
The study aims to determine which approach either PNF Techniques or Comprehensive Corrective Exercise Protocol provides better outcomes for pain relief, functional improvement, and quality of life in patients with upper cross…
- Trial name
- NCT07058272
- Testing
- Comprehensive corrective exercise protocol, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) Techniques
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 38 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Elite College of Management Sciences, Gujranwala, Pakistan