Physiotherapy showdown: massage, heat, or exercise for knee tendon health?
NCT ID NCT07315906
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested how a single session of deep friction massage, heat pack, or quadriceps exercise affects the patellar tendon in 84 healthy adults. Researchers measured skin temperature, muscle strength, flexibility, and pulse rate before and up to an hour after treatment. The goal was to understand the immediate physical responses to these common physiotherapy techniques.
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Dokuz Eylül University, İzmir
Izmir, balçova, 35330, Turkey (Türkiye)