Volleyball players may spike harder with myofascial release, study suggests

NCT ID NCT06017180

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Dokuz Eylul University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 07, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether myofascial release techniques—a form of self-massage using rolling tools—can improve shoulder and elbow mobility, strength, and performance in volleyball players. Over eight weeks, participants perform the techniques three times per week with a physiotherapist while continuing their regular training. The study measures changes in joint position sense, muscle strength, range of motion, and spike speed.

What this could mean

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Active substance: myofascial release techniques (self-massage with rolling tools)
What this could lead to: If effective, this approach could help volleyball players improve joint mobility, strength, and performance while reducing injury risk.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with no control group, so results may not be generalizable. Benefits may be modest or not statistically significant.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

tinea pedis

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ATHLETES VOLLEYBALL

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Locations

Manisa Büyük Şehir Belediyesi Spor Kulübü

Manisa, 450330, Turkey (Türkiye)
Manisa Gençlik ve Spor İl Müdürlüğü Voleybol Takımı

Manisa, 45040, Turkey (Türkiye)

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