Effects of Myofascial Reorganization on Athlete Performance
Effects of Myofascial Reorganization on Running Performance, and Lower Limb Biomechanical, Viscoelastic, and Thermographic Properties of Triathletes: a Randomized Clinical Trial.
This study tests if a new technique called Myofascial Reorganization can help male triathletes run better and improve their body mechanics.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 45 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of the State of Santa Catarina Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Florianópolis, Santa Catarina) |
| Trial ID | NCT06485063 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the impact of the Myofascial Reorganization (RMF) technique on the running performance and biomechanical properties of male triathletes. Participants will be randomly assigned to either an experimental group receiving RMF or a placebo group. Data will be collected before and after a six-week intervention period, including assessments of running economy, lower limb skin temperature, and other biomechanical metrics. The study aims to provide insights into how myofascial techniques can enhance athletic performance.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are male triathletes aged 18 to 45 with at least two years of competitive experience.
Not a fit: Patients with recent lower limb injuries or surgeries, or those with certain medical conditions that limit athletic performance, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve athletic performance and recovery for triathletes through enhanced myofascial techniques.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of Myofascial Reorganization may be novel, similar techniques have shown promise in enhancing athletic performance in other studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Athletes * Age between 18 and 45 years * 2 years of competitive experience * Non-smokers * Training at least 3 times/week intending to compete in at least local competitions * No presenting lower limb surgery in the last 12 months * Not presenting lower limb injury in the last 6 months * Not presenting cerebellar diseases that limit sportive practice * Not presenting brain diseases that limit sportive practice * Not presenting musculoskeletal diseases that limit sportive practice * Not presenting signs of rhabdomyolysis * Not presenting systemic conditions that limit sportive practice * Not presenting metabolic that limits sports practice * Not presenting autoimmune conditions; * Not presenting cardiac conditions. Exclusion Criteria: * Not accomplishing 83,3% (10 of 12 sessions) of the proposed experimental/placebo protocol * Not presenting themselves on the re-test day * Developing a lower limb musculoskeletal injury during the study's ongoing period. * Developing a back injury during the study's ongoing period? * Developing central or peripheral nervous system conditions during the study's ongoing period.
Where this trial is running
Florianópolis, Santa Catarina
- Center for Health and Sport Sciences of the State University of Santa Catarina — Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil (Recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.