Alternative to traditional stretching methods for flexibility enhancement in well-trained combat athletes: local vibration versus whole-body vibration

Kurt, Cem

doi:10.5604/20831862.1150305

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“…He compared the effect of local vibration (LV) and WBVE on lower body flexibility and to assess whether vibration treatments were more effective than traditionally used SS and DS methods. Kurt (2015) observed that there was a similar change pattern in S&R scores across the 15-minute recovery after each protocol (p = 0.572), remaining significantly elevated throughout recovery. A significant main protocol effect was found for absolute change in S&R scores relative to baseline (p = 0.015).…”

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“…They have investigated the effect of WBVE training on maximal strength, squat jump, and flexibility of well-trained combat athletes. Kurt (2015) has assessed the static SS, and DS -in four sessions of equal duration 48 hours apart in a randomized balanced order. During a 15-minute recovery after each protocol, subjects performed the stand and reach test (S&R).…”

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“…In all studies, synchronicus platform was used and the frequency ranged slightly from 26 up to 30 Hz. Individuals were on the base of the platform, performing isometric exercise including four different exercises in static squat at 120° knee flexion and a dynamic squat of 2 sec up and 2 sec down at a knee angle ranging from 120° to 180° (Kurt, 2015) or they were with the knee joint angle and torso erect on the same vibration platform used in LV (Kurt and Pekünlü, 2015). A single session was used in the two publications.…”

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“…However, some research indicates that SS may have detrimental effects on explosive strength (i.e. vertical jump), maximum strength, speed, and agility if used before muscular activity including these biomotor abilities (Kurt, 2015). To overcome the negative effects of SS, it has been recommended to replace SS with dynamic stretching (DS) in the warm-up period.…”

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“…To overcome the negative effects of SS, it has been recommended to replace SS with dynamic stretching (DS) in the warm-up period. DS has no detrimental effects and may have positive effects on subsequent muscular activity (Kurt, 2015). DS is not as effective as SS at improving flexibility (Kurt, 2015).…”

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Relevance of Whole Body Vibration Exercise in Sport: A Short Review With Soccer, Diver and Combat Sport

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Moreira-Marconi³

et al. 2017

Afr J Tradit Complement Altern Med

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Background:Whole body vibration exercise (WBVE) has been used as a safe and accessible exercise and important reviews have been published about the use of this exercise to manage diseases and to improve physical conditions of athletes The aim of this paper is to highlight the relevance of WBVE to soccer players, divers and combat athletes.Material and methods:This study was made through a systematic review of publications involving WBVE and the selected sports in two databases (Pubmed and PEDRo).Results:It were identified 10 studies involving WBVE and sports (6 of soccer, 2 of diving and 2 of sport combat) with 156 subjects (80 soccer players, 32 divers and 44 combat athletes), with age from 17 to 44 years old.Conclusion:The use of WBVE has proven to be a safe and useful strategy to improve the physical conditions of players of different sports. These findings may have clinical relevance and should be considered as a strategy to be used to try improve the physical conditions of players.

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Relevance of Whole Body Vibration Exercise in Sport: A Short Review With Soccer, Diver and Combat Sport

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Comparison of four local vibratory stimuli on mechanical and sensorial variables related to muscle‐tendon unit response

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It is still unclear what is the optimum local vibration stimulus (LV) configuration to generate a greater range of motion gain (ROM) and how LV affects the mechanical and sensory responses of the skeletal muscles. This study aimed to compare the acute effects of four LV configurations on mechanical and sensorial variables related to the muscle‐tendon unit response to stretching. Ten male volunteers were randomly undertaken to four LV configurations (LV1: 14 Hz and 3 mm, LV2: 24 Hz and 3 mm, LV3: 14 Hz and 6 mm, and LV4: 24 Hz and 6 mm) at the right hamstrings muscles, and one non‐vibration condition (control). Maximum ROM (ROMMAX) and torque (TORMAX), and their respective values at the first sensation of tightness (FSTROM and FSTTOR) during stretching maneuvers were measured with an isokinetic dynamometer. Passive stiffness (PS) was calculated as the slope of torque vs. angle time‐series. Repeated measures ANOVA revealed differences between the post‐test and pre‐test values (delta) for the ROMMAX and FSTROM between each local vibration condition compared with the control group (P < .05), with no differences among them (P > .05). The four LV configurations were equally able to improve the ROMMAX and FSTROM, being the LV4 the one that produced higher ROMMAX in 40% of the participants.

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What We Do Not Know About Stretching in Healthy Athletes: A Scoping Review with Evidence Gap Map from 300 Trials

Afonso,

Andrade,

Rocha-Rodrigues

et al. 2024

Sports Med

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Background Stretching has garnered significant attention in sports sciences, resulting in numerous studies. However, there is no comprehensive overview on investigation of stretching in healthy athletes. Objectives To perform a systematic scoping review with an evidence gap map of stretching studies in healthy athletes, identify current gaps in the literature, and provide stakeholders with priorities for future research. Methods Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) 2020 and PRISMA-ScR guidelines were followed. We included studies comprising healthy athletes exposed to acute and/or chronic stretching interventions. Six databases were searched (CINAHL, EMBASE, PubMed, Scopus, SPORTDiscus, and Web of Science) until 1 January 2023. The relevant data were narratively synthesized; quantitative data summaries were provided for key data items. An evidence gap map was developed to offer an overview of the existing research and relevant gaps. Results Of ~ 220,000 screened records, we included 300 trials involving 7080 athletes [mostly males (~ 65% versus ~ 20% female, and ~ 15% unreported) under 36 years of age; tiers 2 and 3 of the Participant Classification Framework] across 43 sports. Sports requiring extreme range of motion (e.g., gymnastics) were underrepresented. Most trials assessed the acute effects of stretching, with chronic effects being scrutinized in less than 20% of trials. Chronic interventions averaged 7.4 ± 5.1 weeks and never exceeded 6 months. Most trials (~ 85%) implemented stretching within the warm-up, with other application timings (e.g., post-exercise) being under-researched. Most trials examined static active stretching (62.3%), followed by dynamic stretching (38.3%) and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching (12.0%), with scarce research on alternative methods (e.g., ballistic stretching). Comparators were mostly limited to passive controls, with ~ 25% of trials including active controls (e.g., strength training). The lower limbs were primarily targeted by interventions (~ 75%). Reporting of dose was heterogeneous in style (e.g., 10 repetitions versus 10 s for dynamic stretching) and completeness of information (i.e., with disparities in the comprehensiveness of the provided information). Most trials (~ 90%) reported performance-related outcomes (mainly strength/power and range of motion); sport-specific outcomes were collected in less than 15% of trials. Biomechanical, physiological, and neural/psychological outcomes were assessed sparsely and heterogeneously; only five trials investigated injury-related outcomes. Conclusions There is room for improvement, with many areas of research on stretching being underexplored and others currently too heterogeneous for reliable comparisons between studies. There is limited representation of elite-level athletes (~ 5% tier 4 and no tier 5) and underpowered sample sizes (≤ 20 participants). Research was biased toward adult male athletes of sports not requiring extreme ranges of motion, and mostly assessed the acute effects of static active stretching and dynamic stretching during the warm-up. Dose–response relationships remain largely underexplored. Outcomes were mostly limited to general performance testing. Injury prevention and other effects of stretching remain poorly investigated. These relevant research gaps should be prioritized by funding policies. Registration OSF project (https://osf.io/6auyj/) and registration (https://osf.io/gu8ya).

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Alternative to traditional stretching methods for flexibility enhancement in well-trained combat athletes: local vibration versus whole-body vibration

Cited by 24 publications

References 33 publications

Relevance of Whole Body Vibration Exercise in Sport: A Short Review With Soccer, Diver and Combat Sport

Relevance of Whole Body Vibration Exercise in Sport: A Short Review With Soccer, Diver and Combat Sport

Comparison of four local vibratory stimuli on mechanical and sensorial variables related to muscle‐tendon unit response

What We Do Not Know About Stretching in Healthy Athletes: A Scoping Review with Evidence Gap Map from 300 Trials

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