Shock vs roll: which recovery method wins for volleyball pros?

NCT ID NCT07438197

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

Summary

This study looked at two popular recovery methods—TENS (mild electrical pulses) and foam rolling—to see which helps elite female volleyball players recover better after intense exercise. Thirty players from Iran's Premier League did a tough leg workout and then used one of these methods or rested. The researchers measured muscle damage, jump height, and soreness over 48 hours to compare the approaches.

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Conditions

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Athletic Injuries

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Locations

  • Zahedan Olympic Village

    Zahedan, Sistan and Baluchestan, Iran