Effect of Topical Sports Cream Containing Cymbopogon schoenanthus on Acute Recovery Markers Following Exercise-Induced Muscle Fatigue in Competitive Athletes: A Pilot Study
Abstract:Background: Muscle fatigue following high-intensity or repetitive training causes reduced muscle strength, restriction of blood flow, and increased muscle pain. The application of topical sports cream (TSC) as a recovery method has recently gained attention. However, few studies have investigated the effects of topical sports cream containing Cymbopogon schoenanthus (CS) on acute recovery markers. This study aimed to examine the effects of the acute application of a TSC containing CS after exercise-induced mus… Show more
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