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Instructional Influence: How Cueing Alters Foam Rolling Outcomes
Sponsor: University of South Dakota
Summary
Foam rolling (FR) is a common tool and procedure used in rehabilitation. Previous research has demonstrated physical improvements in range of motion and subjective reductions in pain post-intervention. Most of the literature theorizes potential biophysical reasons for these changes, but definitive studies are lacking. Another potential mechanism for these improvements may be psychological. The purpose of this study is to explore the psychological changes that occur in response to the instructions given to the patient and how these may influence the outcomes the individual receives while undergoing FR. Different instructions will be given for the same technique of FR to see if there are differences in changes with pain and range of motion.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 64 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
52
Start Date
2025-08-01
Completion Date
2026-05-31
Last Updated
2025-07-02
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Foam roller instructions for pain reduction
Foam rolling procedure with pain reduction instructions over hamstring muscle group
Foam rolling for range of motion improvement
Foam rolling over hamstring muscle group with range of motion improvement instructions.
Locations (1)
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, South Dakota, United States