Effect of Vibration and Non-Vibration Foam Rolling

Immediate Effects of Vibration and Non-vibration Foam Rolling on the Biomechanical and Viscoelastic Properties of Knee Flexor and Extensor Muscles in Young Male Recreational Athletes: a Randomized, Controlled, Cross-over Study

This study aims to compare the immediate effects of vibration and non-vibration foam rolling on the biomechanical and viscoelastic properties of knee flexor and extensor muscles in young male recreational athletes. Fourteen athletes will be included in this study, planned as a randomized controlled cross-over study. All athletes will complete three interventions: 1) vibration foam rolling (VFR), 2) non-vibration foam rolling (FR), and 3) rest control. Pre- and post-test assessment will include the biomechanical and viscoelastic properties of knee flexor and extensor muscles, assessed with the MyotonPro.

Inclusion Criteria:

• To volunteer to participate in the study
• To engage in sports activities at least 2-3 days a week

Exclusion Criteria:

• Players with a history of major sports injury or time-loss injury that required surgery
• Musculoskeletal problems that compromised their performance in the study
• A history of lower extremity pathology in the 3 months before the study