Acute Effects of Heat, Cold and Stretching on Knee Proprioception and Vertical Jump

Acute Effects of Heat, Cold and Stretching on Knee Proprioception and Vertical Jump

The aim of our study is to investigate the effects of heat, cold and stretching on knee proprioception and vertical jump. 60 healthy individuals were randomized into hot, cold, stretching and control groups of 15 each. Pre-test and post-test measurements were made immediately after the application. Knee proprioception was measured with a digital goniometer using the EPD (joint position sense) test. Vertical jump heights were measured with contact mat by countermovement (CMJ) and squat splash (SQS) tests.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Being between the ages of 18-30
• Agreeing to participate in the study and being informed Approving the Volunteer Consent Form

Exclusion Criteria:

• Having a history of surgery in the knee area
• Movement in lower extremity joints that may affect measurements have limitations.
• Having vision, hearing and balance impairment.
• May cause peripheral neuropathy and deep sensory loss, or loss of proprioception may be caused by other mechanisms having diseases.
• Have a neurological or systemic disease that affects balance and coordination have.
• Describing very severe pain in any part of the lower extremity.
• Being pregnant.
• Having cognitive dysfunction, lack of cooperation
• Having any disease that may cause inability to dry