The effects of foam rolling training on performance parameters: A systematic review and meta-analysis including controlled and randomized controlled trials

A Konrad, M Nakamura, DG Behm - International Journal of …, 2022 - mdpi.com
Foam rolling (FR) is a new and popular technique for increasing range of motion. While
there are a few studies that demonstrate increased performance measures after an acute …

The contralateral effects of foam rolling on range of motion and muscle performance

A Konrad, M Nakamura, K Warneke, O Donti… - European Journal of …, 2023 - Springer
A single bout of foam rolling (FR) can acutely increase joint range of motion (ROM) without
detrimental effects on subsequent muscle performance. Similarly, long-term FR training can …

Self-Myofascial Release of the Foot Plantar Surface: The Effects of a Single Exercise Session on the Posterior Muscular Chain Flexibility after One Hour

L Russo, E Montagnani, D Pietrantuono… - International Journal of …, 2023 - mdpi.com
This study evaluated the effects of a single exercise session of Self-Myofascial Release
(SMR) on the posterior muscular chain flexibility after one hour from the intervention. Thirty …

[HTML][HTML] Comparison of The Effect of High-and Low-Frequency Vibration Foam Rolling on The Quadriceps Muscle

M Nakamura, K Kasahara, R Yoshida… - Journal of Sports …, 2022 - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Vibration foam rolling (VFR) intervention has recently gained attention in sports and
rehabilitation settings since the superimposed vibration with foam rolling can affect several …

Remote effects of a 7-week combined stretching and foam rolling training intervention of the plantar foot sole on the function and structure of the triceps surae

A Konrad, MM Reiner, A Gabriel, K Warneke… - European Journal of …, 2023 - Springer
It is known that a single bout of foam rolling (FR) or stretching can induce changes in range
of motion (ROM) and performance in non-directly adjoining areas of the dorsal chain (ie …

Static Stretch Training versus Foam Rolling Training Effects on Range of Motion: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

A Konrad, S Alizadeh, SH Anvar, J Fischer, J Manieu… - Sports Medicine, 2024 - Springer
Background Long-term static stretching as well as foam rolling training can increase a joint's
range of motion (ROM). However, to date, it is not clear which method is the most effective …

Discussing Conflicting Explanatory Approaches in Flexibility Training Under Consideration of Physiology: A Narrative Review

K Warneke, DG Behm, S Alizadeh, M Hillebrecht… - Sports Medicine, 2024 - Springer
The mechanisms underlying range of motion enhancements via flexibility training discussed
in the literature show high heterogeneity in research methodology and study findings. In …

A 1-Week Comprehensive Foam Rolling intervention program can improve knee Pain but not muscle function and range of motion in patients with total knee …

M Yokochi, M Nakamura, A Iwata, R Kaneko… - International Journal of …, 2023 - mdpi.com
We investigate the effect of a 1-week comprehensive foam rolling (FR) intervention program
on knee pain, range of motion (ROM), and muscle function in patients with TKA. Thirty …

[HTML][HTML] Comparison of the prolonged effects of foam rolling and vibration foam rolling interventions on passive properties of knee extensors

K Kasahara, A Konrad, R Yoshida… - Journal of Sports …, 2022 - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Foam rolling (FR) and vibration foam rolling (VFR) interventions have received attention as
pre-exercise warm-ups because they maintain performance and increase range of motion …

[HTML][HTML] The non-local effects of 7-week foot sole static stretching and foam rolling training on shoulder extension range of motion

A Konrad, M Reiner, J Manieu, J Fischer… - Frontiers in Sports and …, 2024 - frontiersin.org
Static stretching and foam rolling can increase the range of motion (ROM) of a joint acutely
as well as chronically. Although studies have reported ROM increases of a non-stretched …