Effect of Different Types of Foam Rollers on Self-Myofascial Release of the Quadriceps Femoris
10.18857/jkpt.2023.35.4.89
- Author:
Heun Jae RYU
1
;
Ji Hun KIM
;
Han Na KWON
;
Ri Been KIM
;
Ji Hwan BYUN
;
Yuean Hei LEE
;
Jeong Pyo SEO
Author Information
1. Department of Public Health Sciences, Graduate School, Dankook University, Cheonan, Republic of Korea
- Publication Type:Original Article
- From:
Journal of Korean Physical Therapy
2023;35(4):89-94
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Purpose:This study investigates the impact of self-myofascial release using a foam roller on the quadriceps femoris for pelvic stability.We further compare the effects of a GRID surface Foam Roller (GFR), a Non-Vibration Foam Roller (NVFR), and a Vibration Foam Roller (VFR).
Methods:Thirty healthy adults (15 males, 15 females) participated in this study and were randomly assigned to one of three conditions:GFR, NVFR, or VFR. Participants walked at self-selected speeds with an arm sling before and after foam roller stretching. The analyzed gait parameters included pelvic tilt, pelvic obliquity, and pelvic rotation.
Results:In the NVFR and VFR groups, there was a Significant differences were obtained in the pelvic tilt between pre-test and post-test values (p< 0.05) in the NVFR and VFR groups, but no significant difference was observed in the GFR group (p> 0.05). Comparing the amount of change between the three groups exhibited a significant decrease in pelvic tilt in the NVFR and VFR groups compared to the GFR group (p< 0.017). No significant differences were found in pelvic obliquity and pelvic rotation (p> 0.05) in all groups.
Conclusion:While walking, the use of a VFR for self-myofascial release results in pelvic alteration by reducing the anterior pelvic tilt. We propose that a foam roller can be utilized to enhance pelvic stability during gait.
