Effects of Foam Roller Versus KT Tape on Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness

Study Overview
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Brief Summary
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Objective of this study is to compare the effects of foam roller with KT tape on DOMS. The university going students will be divided in two groups, with one group receiving Kinesio Tape as intervention and other Foam Rolling as intervention. Pain and range of motion will be assessed before and after the intervention and the effects of both interventions will be compared.

Detailed Description
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Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) is a common phenomenon experienced after unaccustomed or intense physical activity, characterized by muscle discomfort, pain, and reduced range of motion. Various interventions have been conducted to alleviate DOMS symptoms, including the use of foam rollers and Kinesiology Tape (KT tape). This randomized controlled clinical trial aims to compare the effects of foam roller and KT tape interventions on reducing DOMS and improving muscle recovery. The participants would go for a single session of High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) to induce DOMS. Group-A participants would receive KT taping afterwards, while Group-B participants would receive foam rolling as intervention. Their effect would be measured using Visual Analog Scale (VAS), Tenderness Grading Scale, Knee Range of Motion (ROM) and Vertical Jump Height. This study delves into the applications and potential benefits of KT tape and foam roller in managing DOMS, shedding light on their effectiveness and how they can contribute to enhancing post-exercise recuperation and overall well-being.

Official Title
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Effects of Foam Roller Versus KT Tape on Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness

Conditions
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Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness

Intervention / Treatment
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* Other: Foam Rolling
* Other: Kinesio Taping


Participation Criteria
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Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: Individuals with normal BMI (18.5 to 25 Kg/m2) Exclusion Criteria: Individuals with history of metabolic or musculoskeletal disease. Individuals with any recent acute injury. Athletes exercising regularly and regular gymnasium going individuals.

Ages Eligible for Study
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Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 36 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study
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Male

Accepts Healthy Volunteers
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Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Study Plan
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How is the study designed?
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Design Details

Primary Purpose: Treatment
Allocation: Randomized
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Interventional Model Description: Concurrent Parallel Randomized Clinical Trial
Masking: Single


Arms and Interventions

| Participant Group/Arm | Intervention/Treatment |
| --- | --- |
| Active Comparator: Group A<br>Foam Rolling Group | Other: Foam Rolling<br>* Foam Roller for 90 seconds over anterior (quadriceps) and posterior (hamstrings) aspect of thigh.<br>|
| Active Comparator: Group B<br>Kinesio Taping Group | Other: Kinesio Taping<br>* Kinesio taping over anterior (quadriceps) and posterior (hamstrings) aspect of thigh.<br>|

What is the study measuring?
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Primary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pain (VAS Score) | Pain will be measured using Visual Analog Scale (VAS) ranging from zero (0=no pain) to ten (10=worst pain). | Baseline, after 24 hours, after 48 hours, and after 72 hours | 
| Tenderness | Tenderness will be measured using Tenderness Grading Scale ranging from zero (0=no tenderness) to four (4=severe tenderness). | Baseline, after 24 hours, after 48 hours, and after 72 hours | 

Secondary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Knee Range of Motion (Flexion) | Range of motion will be measured using Universal Goniometer | Baseline, after 24 hours, after 48 hours, and after 72 hours | 
| Vertical Jump Height | Vertical Jump Height will be measured using Vertec. | Baseline, after 24 hours, after 48 hours, and after 72 hours | 

 Terms related to the study
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Keywords Provided by Centre Hospitalier Valida
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DOMS, Foam Rolling, HIIT, Kinesio Taping, Resistance Training