Simple foot massage and stretches may boost teen runners' performance
NCT ID NCT07164716
First seen Sep 30, 2025 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 37 times
Summary
This study tested whether a short foot recovery routine after running could improve muscle performance and flexibility in the back and legs of teenage long-distance runners. 34 runners aged 14-18 were split into two groups and measured before and after the routine. The routine included gentle massage, stretching, and foam rolling focused on the bottom of the foot.
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Locations
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Hacettepe Üniversitesi Fizik Tedavi Ve Rehabilitasyon Fakültesi Sporcu Sağlığı Ünitesi
Ankara, ÇANKAYA, 06820, Turkey (Türkiye)
What this could mean
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Active substance
plantar fascia recovery training (gliding massage, soft tissue mobilization, stretching, foam roller)
What this could lead to
If effective, this recovery routine could help teen runners improve flexibility and performance while reducing injury risk.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 34 participants, so results may not apply to all runners. It only looked at immediate effects, not long-term benefits.
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