[Purpose] This study determined the effects of DTFM (Deep Transverse Friction Massage) on antagonist muscles in comparison with stretching. [Participants and Methods] Thirty-three healthy male participants were randomized into three groups: DTFM, Stretching, and Control. DTFM and Stretching were performed on the right hamstrings for a duration of 10 minutes. The active straight leg raise (ASLR), muscle hardness (MH), quadriceps peak torque (PT) at speeds of 60°/s and 120°/s, and the muscle reaction time, namely, the pre-motor time (PMT) and electromechanical delay (EMD) on the rectus, were the outcome measures. [Results] Although a main effect was observed before and after ASLR intervention, no main effects or interactions were found among the other measurement items. [Conclusion] The results indicate that DTFM affects the flexibility of agonist muscles, but doesn’t affect the muscle function of antagonist muscles.
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Arai, R., Kuruma, H., & Nemoto, K. (2018). Effect of deep transverse friction massage on antagonist muscle function. Rigakuryoho Kagaku, 33(6), 921–927. https://doi.org/10.1589/rika.33.921
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