Objectives The purpose of this study was to compare physiological responses to myofascial
release (MFR) and passive limb movement (PLM). Design Nineteen (23±2.6 yrs) adults (10 …

OBJECTIVE: The usefulness of massage as a recovery method after high-intensity exercise
has yet to be established. We aimed to investigate the effects of whole-body massage on …

Purpose Self-myofascial release (SMR) is a form of self-massage aiming to release tension,
improve blood flow, and alleviate muscle soreness. This study aimed to determine whether a …

Abstract Okamoto, T, Masuhara, M, and Ikuta, K. Acute effects of self-myofascial release
using a foam roller on arterial function. J Strength Cond Res 28 (1): 69–73, 2014—Flexibility …

The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of myofascial release and muscle
energy on acute outcomes in trunk extensors active range-of-motion and strength in …

Context Forward shoulder posture (FSP) is a risk factor for shoulder pathology. Manual
therapists often use myofascial release (MFR) to elongate restricted pectoral fascia to …

Myofascial releasing rollers are muscle massage devices used by athletes, fitness
enthusiasts, and those recovering from injury to enhance functional ability. OBJECTIVES …

Purpose Self-myofascial release (SMR) using a foam roller is a popular intervention used to
improve flexibility and restore skeletal muscles, fascia, tendons, ligaments and soft-tissue …

[Purpose] Myofascial release is a manual soft tissue technique that is frequently used in
physical therapy, but few reports on the effectiveness of myofascial release are available …

Objective Evaluate the effects of Myofascial release (MR) on lower limb ROM, sit and reach
and horizontal jump distance in male university students. Study design Quasi-experimental …