Massage vs foam rolling: which boosts heart recovery after a sprint test?
NCT ID NCT07648966
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares the immediate effects of manual massage and foam rolling on heart rate variability (HRV) after a 20-meter shuttle run test in elite male handball players. Fifteen players with at least five years of training and Super League experience took part. The goal is to see which recovery method helps the heart return to a resting state more effectively after high-intensity exercise.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Manual massage and foam rolling
- What this could lead to
- If one method proves better, it could guide athletes and trainers on the best recovery technique after intense exercise.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small study with only 15 elite male handball players, so results may not apply to other athletes or the general public.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Bursa uludag University, Faculty of Sport Sciences
Bursa, 16059, Turkey (Türkiye)
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