Hands-On healing: can massage make you a better athlete?

NCT ID NCT06871202

First seen Jan 14, 2026 · Last updated May 05, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study looks at whether manual therapy (like massage or joint mobilization) can improve physical performance in healthy people who exercise regularly. Sixty adults will do sports tests before and after a manual therapy session to see if strength, flexibility, or speed changes. The goal is to understand if these hands-on techniques can do more than just help with recovery.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud

    San Cristóbal de La Laguna, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, 38200, Spain

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