Context: Foam rolling has been proposed to improve muscle function, performance, and
joint range of motion (ROM). However, whether a foam rolling protocol can be adopted as a …

Foam rolling and stretching with its various techniques are frequently used as a warm-up
routine to increase the range of motion of a joint. While the magnitude of the changes in …

Background Physiotherapists and other practitioners commonly prescribe foam rolling as an
intervention, but the mechanistic effects of this intervention are not known. Purpose The aim …

Abstract “Foam Rolling” has been used in sports settings to increase range of motion and
decrease muscle stiffness without decreasing muscle strength and athletic performance …

Context: Foam rolling (FR) increases joint range of motion (RoM), but the optimal training
parameters are unknown. Objective: To investigate the effect of FR velocity on RoM and …

Context Foam rolling (FR) is considered an effective postexercise modality for reducing
delayed-onset muscle soreness and enhancing recovery of muscle function. However, the …

Abstract Smith, JC, Pridgeon, B, and Hall, MC. Acute effect of foam rolling and dynamic
stretching on flexibility and jump height. J Strength Cond Res 32 (8): 2209–2215, 2018 …

Purpose Stretching and foam rolling are common warm-up exercises and can acutely
increase the range of motion (ROM) of a joint. However, possible differences in the …

Abstract Background Foam Rolling (FR) is currently used by athletes at all levels. It is not
known whether FR is more effective being used as a warm up to aid performance or more …

Abstract Behara, B and Jacobson, BH. Acute effects of deep tissue foam rolling and dynamic
stretching on muscular strength, power, and flexibility in Division I linemen. J Strength Cond …