Massage gun science: can percussive therapy reshape your muscles?

NCT ID NCT07367243

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how percussive massage therapy (like using a massage gun) affects the shape of calf muscles in healthy young adults. 40 people aged 18 to 30 will be randomly assigned to get the massage or not. Researchers will use ultrasound to measure muscle thickness and angle before and after. The goal is to understand the immediate effects of this popular therapy on muscle structure.

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  • Karadeniz Technical University

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    Trabzon, 61080, Turkey (Türkiye)

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