Effects of friction massage of the popliteal fossa on dynamic changes in muscle oxygenation and ankle flexibility

[Purpose] This study aimed to examine whether or not friction massage of the popliteal fossa would be effective for achieving dynamic changes in muscle oxygenation and ankle flexibility. [Subjects and Methods] Twelve healthy male university students participated. Before and after friction massage, d...

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Published inJournal of Physical Therapy Science Vol. 28; no. 10; pp. 2713 - 2716
Main Authors Asakawa, Yasutsugu, Mizukami, Masafumi, Iwamoto, Koji, Ogaki, Ryo, Takemura, Masahiro, Yoshio, Masaharu
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Japan The Society of Physical Therapy Science 01.01.2016
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Friction massage
Muscle oxygenation
Near-infrared spectroscopy
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Friction massage
Muscle oxygenation
Near-infrared spectroscopy
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ISSN0915-5287
2187-5626
DOI10.1589/jpts.28.2713

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Summary:[Purpose] This study aimed to examine whether or not friction massage of the popliteal fossa would be effective for achieving dynamic changes in muscle oxygenation and ankle flexibility. [Subjects and Methods] Twelve healthy male university students participated. Before and after friction massage, dynamic changes in muscle oxygenation and ankle flexibility were measured by near-infrared spectroscopy to evaluate its efficacy. [Results] Oxygenated hemoglobin was significantly higher after as compared to before massage. The range of ankle dorsiflexion tended to increase after massage. [Conclusion] These results suggest that friction massage of the popliteal fossa stimulates venous return in the lower leg.
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ISSN:0915-5287
2187-5626
DOI:10.1589/jpts.28.2713