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Can massage tools beat stretching for tight hamstrings?

NCT ID NCT07174258

Symptom relief Sponsor: Medipol University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether hands-on myofascial release or a tool called Graston can improve flexibility, balance, and agility better than home exercises in people with tight hamstrings. About 45 adults with hamstring shortness will be randomly assigned to one of three groups and treated twice a week for four weeks. The goal is to find simple, effective ways to ease muscle tightness without medication.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Manual myofascial release and Graston instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization
What this could lead to
If successful, these techniques could offer effective, non-drug options for improving flexibility and balance in people with tight hamstrings.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 45 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The interventions are short-term and effects may not last.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 45 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Sep 2025

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Oct 2025

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 60 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Being between 18 and 60 years of age, * Visible shortening of the hamstring muscle, * Passive straight leg raise (SLR) angle ≤ 70 degrees, * No musculoskeletal problems in the lower extremity, * First-time applicant for treatment of hamstring tightness, and * Volunteering to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Participating in intense physical activity within the last 24 hours * Having had previous lower extremity trauma or surgery * Having ankle instability * Having neurological findings during the DBK test * Having used analgesic, anti-inflammatory, or muscle relaxant medications within the last month * Having obesity, diabetes, and/or metabolic syndrome * Being pregnant

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Conditions

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Facial Pain myofascial pain syndrome

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Myofacial pain

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