Stretch or roll? study tests best way to loosen tight hamstrings
NCT ID NCT07024017
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether dynamic stretching or foam rolling works better for improving hamstring flexibility and muscle oxygen levels. Thirty-nine healthy adults with tight hamstrings did one session of either stretching or foam rolling. Researchers measured flexibility and muscle oxygenation before and after. The goal is to find simple, effective ways to improve movement and prevent injury.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- foam roller and dynamic stretching
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could show that simple, at-home techniques like stretching or foam rolling can improve flexibility and muscle oxygen use.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed trial in healthy individuals, so results may not apply to people with injuries or medical conditions. The effects are acute (single session) and may not last.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Bahcesehir University
Istanbul, Beşiktaş, 34353, Turkey (Türkiye)
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