Plantar Fascia Release With Magnetic Fascia Ball

Study Overview
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Brief Summary
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In this study, the effect of plantar fascia release with a magnetic fascial cork ball on hamstring and lumbar extensor muscle elasticity will be investigated.

Detailed Description
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The use of tools such as foam rollers or massage balls to resolve myofascial tension is highly preferred by both therapists and patients. It is theorized that the sweeping pressure generated during rolling causes the fascia to stretch and increase the range of motion. In addition, the warming caused by the friction during rolling can dissolve the adhesions between the fascial layers and restore the elasticity of the myofascial tissues. In addition to similar mechanical effects, the use of cork balls with magnetic properties is becoming increasingly common. Studies have shown that static magnetic magnets reduce pain, increase microcirculation and oxygenation and cause changes in presynaptic membrane function. As far as we know, there is no study examining the myofascial relaxation effect of magnetic balls in the literature. Evaluating the clinical impact and efficacy of this device which allow the person to perform self-massage might contribute the current literature. This study was planned to evaluate the myofascial relaxation caused by two different fascial cork balls with and without magnetic properties.

Official Title
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Investigation of the Effect of Plantar Fascia Release With Magnetic Fascia Ball on Hamstring and Lumbar Spine Flexibility

Conditions
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Flexibility, Muscle Tightness

Intervention / Treatment
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* Other: Plantar fascia self massage with a magnetic fascia ball
* Other: Plantar fascia self massage with a non-magnetic fascia ball


Participation Criteria
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Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: Having scored 3 or less according to the Beighton scoring system 18-35 years old, Having asymptomatic Voluntary participation in the research Exclusion Criteria: Having Beighton score of 4 and above Having history of previous surgery Having diagnosed pathology of the lower extremities and lumbar region

Ages Eligible for Study
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Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 35 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study
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Female

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
Masking: Double


Arms and Interventions

| Participant Group/Arm | Intervention/Treatment |
| --- | --- |
| Experimental: Magnetic Fascial Ball<br>In the experimental group, a fascial ball made of cork containing 3 magnets of 0.15 tesla was used. The magnetic fascia ball diameter is 6 centimetres. | Other: Plantar fascia self massage with a magnetic fascia ball<br>* Participants were asked to roll the magnetic fascia ball on the sole of each foot for 3 minutes each, from the metatarsal heads towards the heel, concentrating on the medial longitudinal arch. Participants were informed that more intense pressure would be more beneficial and were asked to apply pressure in a way that would not cause pain.<br>|
| Placebo Comparator: Non-Magnetic Fascial Ball<br>In the placebo group, a fascial ball made of cork without magnets. The non-magnetic fascia ball diameter is 6 centimetres. | Other: Plantar fascia self massage with a non-magnetic fascia ball<br>* Participants were asked to roll the non-magnetic fascia ball on the sole of each foot for 3 minutes each, from the metatarsal heads towards the heel, concentrating on the medial longitudinal arch. Participants were informed that more intense pressure would be more beneficial and were asked to apply pressure in a way that would not cause pain.<br>|

What is the study measuring?
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Primary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Goniometric Measurement of Hamstring Flexibility | Individuals are positioned supine with the hip of the limb to be measured at 90 degrees. In this position, active knee extension is requested and the acute angle between the long axis of the femur and the long axis of the fibula is measured. The DrGonyometer (iOS) smart phone application, for which a validity and reliability study was conducted, was used for the measurement. | Two times in one day (before intervention, immediately after intervention) | 

Secondary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sit and reach test | Individuals are placed in a long sitting position with their feet resting on the test battery (Figure 2) and knees in full extension. They are asked to reach forward on the wooden block by placing their hands on top of each other. In this position, the distance between the fingers of the hand and the point where the foot rests is measured and the previous values are recorded as negative and the following values as positive. | Two times in one day (before intervention, immediately after intervention) | 

 Terms related to the study
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Keywords Provided by Centre Hospitalier Valida
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Massage, Hamstring Muscles, Magnets, Lumbar Fascia