Which therapy helps CrossFit athletes recover faster?
NCT ID NCT05627141
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested three therapies—light therapy, cold compression, and massage—for muscle recovery after intense exercise in 60 male CrossFit athletes. Each participant received both the real therapy and a sham version to see which worked best. The goal was to see which method reduces muscle damage, inflammation, and soreness.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Photobiomodulation, cryotherapy combined with compression, and massage
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help athletes recover faster from muscle fatigue and reduce injury risk.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed trial with only 60 male participants, so results may not apply to all athletes. The therapies are compared to sham treatments, and real-world benefits may vary.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Filipe Abdalla
Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, 79117504, Brazil
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