Pain pressure threshold of a muscle tender spot increases following local and non-local rolling massage

Aboodarda, Saied Jalal; Spence, AJ; Button, Duane C.

doi:10.1186/s12891-015-0729-5

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“…This is a novel and important finding, as it suggests that the ROM effects of self-massage likely have a central component. Such a finding is in line with previous work by Aboodarda et al, 13 who found that self-massage applied to the calves not only that of roller massage, and it appears that, for both hip flexion and extension, neither intervention is necessarily superior, because the differences between the two interventions did not exceed the MDC (Table 3). Although these interventions are similar, some differences do exist.…”

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“…In essence, descending inhibition may have a role in stretch tolerance and, due to its diffuse nature, may explain the non-local effects observed in this study and others. 13,15,32,33 However, despite the logical basis for the aforementioned neurophysiological mechanisms, the present investigation did not investigate them, and direct research into the mechanisms of self-massage are needed to further elucidate such mechanisms.…”

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“…For example, it has been recently shown that overhead deep squat performance improved regardless of the body part rolled (i.e., lateral thigh, plantar surface of the foot, and lateral side of the trunk). 12 Furthermore, Aboodarda et al 13 showed that pain pressure tolerance increases both in the ipsilateral (treated) calf as well as the contralateral one, and the same research group also demonstrated contralateral reductions in acute pain with evoked tetanic contractions after roller massage.…”

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Acute Effects of Different Anterior Thigh Self-Massage on Hip Range-of-Motion in Trained Men

Monteiro

Vigotsky

Škarabot

2018

Intl J Sports Phys Ther

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Background: Self-massage is a ubiquitous intervention similar to massage, but performed by the recipient him-or herself rather than by a therapist, most often using a tool (e.g., foam roller, roller massager). Self-massage has been found to have a wide range of effects. It is particularly known for increasing flexibility acutely, although not always. The variability of the results in previous studies may potentially be a function of the tool used. Recent findings also suggest that self-massage exerts global effects. Therefore, increased flexibility should be expected in the areas adjacent to the ones treated.Purpose: To investigate the acute effects of foam rolling and rolling massage of anterior thigh on hip range-of-motion (ROM) -i.e., hip extension and hip flexion -in trained men.Methods: Eighteen recreationally active, resistance trained males visited the lab on two occasions over a 4-day period separated by at least a day. Each session included two baseline ROM measures of passive hip flexion and extension taken in a randomized fashion. Recording of baseline measures was followed by the intervention of the day, which was either foam rolling or rolling massage of the anterior thigh as per randomization. Immediately post intervention, passive hip flexion and hip extension ROM were reassessed. In order to assess the time course of improvements in ROM, hip flexion and hip extension ROM were reevaluated at 10, 20, and 30 minutes post-intervention.Results: Hip flexion and hip extension ROM increased immediately following both interventions (foam rolling or roller massager) and remained increased for 30 minutes post intervention. Foam rolling was statistically superior in improving hip flexion and hip extension ROM immediately post intervention. However, immediately post-intervention was the only time point that measurements exceeded the minimum detectable change for both interventions. Conclusion:Both foam rolling and rolling massage appear to be effective interventions for improving hip flexion and extension ROM when applied to the anterior thigh, but the observed effects are transient in nature. Level of evidence: 2b

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Acute Effects of Different Anterior Thigh Self-Massage on Hip Range-of-Motion in Trained Men

Monteiro

Vigotsky

Škarabot

2018

Intl J Sports Phys Ther

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“…O segundo mecanismo proposto possui característica neurofisiológica, o qual indica forte influência do sistema nervoso central e está relacionado, principalmente, a efeitos não-locais 14,28 . Neste cenário, é possível observar três pontos: 1) presença de mecanorreceptores dentro do tecido muscular e fascial, os quais exercem efeitos inibitórios 14,29,30 ; 2) modulação central da percepção de dor 28,31 ; 3) analgesia induzida pelas técnicas de terapias manuais, principalmente, pelo aumento da liberação hormonal, como do canabidiol endógeno.…”

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“…Neste cenário, é possível observar três pontos: 1) presença de mecanorreceptores dentro do tecido muscular e fascial, os quais exercem efeitos inibitórios 14,29,30 ; 2) modulação central da percepção de dor 28,31 ; 3) analgesia induzida pelas técnicas de terapias manuais, principalmente, pelo aumento da liberação hormonal, como do canabidiol endógeno. Todos esses pontos destacados permitem que o indivíduo aumente a sua percepção/tolerância ao estiramento, o que consequentemente permite um maior arco articular.…”

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Efeitos da Liberação Miofascial Sobre a Flexibilidade: uma Revisão Sistemática

Silva¹,

Monteiro

Neto

et al. 2017

J. Health Scie.

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ResumoAs evidências contemporâneas sobre os ganhos de flexibilidade em função da técnica de liberação miofascial ainda apresentam resultados inconclusivos. Portanto, o objetivo do presente estudo foi revisar, de forma sistemática, as evidências sobre os efeitos da liberação miofascial sobre os ganhos de flexibilidade. A busca dos artigos foi realizada no Google Acadêmico até maio de 2017, com a aplicação dos seguintes descritores: "liberação miofascial", "flexibilidade" e "foam roller". Foram encontrados 22 artigos e após a aplicação dos devidos critérios de inclusão e exclusão, quatro investigações apresentaram elegibilidade para compor a presente revisão. As evidências encontradas, de maneira totalitária, apontam a eficiência da liberação miofascial em promover aumento nos ganhos de flexibilidade, seja de forma aguda ou crônica. Sendo assim, sob a égide das evidencias em tela, sugere-se a liberação miofascial como uma estratégia pertinente e eficiente, em sua aplicação, no que diz respeito aos ganhos de flexibilidade. Palavras IntroduçãoA liberação miofascial -LMF -é uma técnica similar às demais técnicas de terapia manual, possuindo característica passiva, a qual é realizada por profissionais da área da saúde, utilizando as mãos, cotovelos, dedo ou instrumentos específicos como o stick 1 . A sugestão é que esta técnica seja realizada em movimentos de cisalhamento entre a pele e a fáscia 2-4 . A fáscia é entendida como uma rede tensional de tecido conjuntivo, que envolve todas as estruturas do corpo humano, como os músculos, vísceras e endotélio 2,3,[5][6][7][8] . Como os demais componentes articulares moles tendem a acumular tensões provocadas interna e externamente e vagarosamente começam a perder sua funcionalidade 9,10 . Então, a principal finalidade da técnica de LMF é diminuir as adesões fibrosas nas redes fasciais 11 e, por consequência, reverter a perda de energia da estrutura, após forte estresse mecânico (histerese), possibilitando o retorno da funcionalidade das redes fasciais 10,12,13 . Uma das principais místicas, que envolve as técnicas de terapias manuais é acreditar que as mesmas são capazes de remodelar os componentes fasciais e permitir uma maior complacência do tecido e, consequentemente, aumento na flexibilidade. Entretanto, até o presente momento, a literatura não sustenta essa afirmativa [14][15][16] .

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Preventive Chair Massage with Algometry to Maintain Psychosomatic Balance in White-Collar Workers

Cabak

Mikicin

Łyp³

et al. 2017

Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology

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People working at computers often suffer from overload-related muscle pain, and physical and mental discomfort. The aim of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of chair massage, conducted in the workplace among white-collar workers, in relieving symptoms of musculoskeletal strain related to prolonged sitting posture. The study was conducted in 124 white-collar workers, 55 women and 69 men, aged 33.7 ± 7.6 years. Subjects were randomly assigned to three groups: chair massage program, relaxing music sessions, and a control group, each of four-week duration. Each group was evaluated before and after the program completion. Pain perception was assessed algometrically as a threshold for compression pain of neck muscles, measured in kg/cm. The relaxation level was assessed from the heart rate variability. We found that the chair massage increased both the pain threshold in all tested muscles (p < 0.001) and the relaxation level from 31.9% to 41.6% (p < 0.05). In the group with music sessions, muscle pain threshold remained unchanged, except for the trapezoid muscle where it decreased (p < 0.05), while the relaxation level increased from 26.0% to 33.3% (p < 0.05). In both massage and relaxing music groups, there was a significant decrease in muscle tension (p < 0.01). Changes in the control group were inappreciable. We conclude that the chair massage performed in the workplace is an effective method for prevention of musculoskeletal overstrain related to prolonged sitting posture. The program seems worth implementing in various occupational environments.

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Pain pressure threshold of a muscle tender spot increases following local and non-local rolling massage

Cited by 137 publications

References 46 publications

Acute Effects of Different Anterior Thigh Self-Massage on Hip Range-of-Motion in Trained Men

Acute Effects of Different Anterior Thigh Self-Massage on Hip Range-of-Motion in Trained Men

Efeitos da Liberação Miofascial Sobre a Flexibilidade: uma Revisão Sistemática

Preventive Chair Massage with Algometry to Maintain Psychosomatic Balance in White-Collar Workers

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