Józef Piłsudski University Of Physical Education

This study tested whether applying cold packs to muscle knots (trigger points) in the legs could reduce the shaking that happens after a hard swimming sprint. Thirty-four teen competitive swimmers did a 30-second all-out swim with and without the cold treatment. The goal was to s…

This completed study tested two 4-week rehabilitation programs in 58 adults aged 60-75 with mild spondylolisthesis (a slipped vertebra). One group did exercises plus physical therapy; the other did exercises plus myofascial trigger point therapy. Researchers measured pain, disabi…

This study compares two approaches to improve flexibility of the hamstrings and lower back: static stretching versus full range of motion strength training using the Romanian deadlift. Healthy adults will perform one of the two exercises once a week for six weeks. Flexibility is …

This study tested 51 healthy adults to find the smallest weekly dose of static stretching that still improves flexibility. Participants did 1 to 3 stretching sessions per week for 6 weeks, with total stretching time ranging from 45 to 135 seconds per week. The goal is to replace …

This study involved 32 competitive adolescent swimmers to see how low-intensity tethered swimming changes their front crawl technique compared to regular swimming. Participants did both types of swimming, and their body movements were measured with a small device. The goal was to…

This completed study looked at 15 people who had surgery for a broken wrist. Researchers tested whether early rehabilitation helped them regain hand function, strength, and movement compared to their uninjured arm after 6 months. The goal was to see if early therapy could speed u…