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PNF stretching and static stretching exercises: Efforts to increase the flexibility of the hamstring muscles in futsal players

Riyan Jaya Sumantri, Soegiyanto, Rumini, Henny Setyawati, Didi Suryadi, Mikkey Anggara Suganda

Riyan Jaya Sumantri, Soegiyanto, Rumini, Henny Setyawati, Didi Suryadi, Mikkey Anggara Suganda – PNF stretching and static stretching exercises: Efforts to increase the flexibility of the hamstring muscles in futsal players. Fizjoterapia Polska 2023; 23(2); 96-103

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG0DF55B

Abstract

Study Purpose. Poor hamstring muscle flexibility is one of the most common risk factors for hamstring injuries. This is due to tension in the musculotendinus structures which reduces the ability of the muscles to extend rapidly without injury. Therefore, this study aims to prove the effect of using PNF stretching and Static stretching exercises on the level of flexibility of the hamstring muscles in athletes.
Materials and Methods. Researchers used Quasi Experimental Design research procedures. This form of design is a development of true experimental design. After being divided into two, the sample will undergo an exercise program like usually given by the coach and after the practice session cooling down sample will be given two treatments, namely the group with treatment Static stretching And group Which other get treat the PNF Stretching exercise. The subjects of this study were Futsal athletes at SMA Negeri 4 Metro using purposive sampling so that there were 20 athletes. Furthermore, data analysis in this study was assisted using the SPSS 26 application.
Results. The results of the study obtained the results that there was a significant effect on PNF stretching on the level of muscle flexibility of futsal athletes, namely 0.000 < 0.05. The results show an increase in the degree of flexibility of the torso by 19.5%. In Static Stretching, it shows a significant increase in the level of flexibility of the muscles of Futsal athletes, namely 0.000 < 0.05 by showing an increase in the degree of flexibility of the torso by 6.7%. Furthermore, there is no significant difference between PNF stretching and static stretching in increasing the hamstring flexibility of futsal athletes.
Conclusions. The results of this study provide evidence that the PNF Stretching and Static Stretching exercises both have a significant effect on the results of hamstring muscle flexibility. That way, the results of this study can be applied in efforts to prevent injuries in sports. Researchers recommend the application of PNF Stretching and Static Stretching can be done regularly in sports coaching.
Key words: PNF stretching, static stretching, hamstring flexibility, futsal games
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Muscle Energy Technique versus Static Stretch on Forward Head Posture in patients with Mechanical Neck pain: Randomized controlled trial

Haidy S. Roshdy, Maher A. Elkeblawy, Soheir S. Rezkallah, Mohmed M. Elkeblawy

Haidy S. Roshdy, Maher A. Elkeblawy, Soheir S. Rezkallah, Mohmed M. Elkeblawy – Muscle Energy Technique versus Static Stretch on Forward Head Posture in patients with Mechanical Neck pain: Randomized controlled trial. Fizjoterapia Polska 2020; 20(5); 208-214

Abstract
Background. Mechanical neck pain (MNP) is one of the most common disorders that originates from poor postural habits and bad ergonomics. Forward head posture (FHP) was highly correlated to MNP. Muscle energy technique (MET) and stretching are easy widespread therapeutic techniques that are known for their effects in improving tissue extensibility, relieving pain and promoting function.
Objective. A randomized controlled trial was designed to compare the effect of MET versus static stretching in terms of FHP, pain and disability in patients with MNP.
Methods. Thirty participants (3 males and 27 females, 18-30 years old) were randomly allocated into one of 3 groups: group (A) received MET+ hydrocollator pack+ postural education, group (B) received stretching and strengthening exercises+ hydrocollator pack+ postural education, group (C) control group received hydrocollator pack+ postural education, 3 sessions /week for 4 weeks. Evaluation was done pre-treatment, post-treatment and after 6-weeks of follow-up. Results: There were significant improvement (p<0.05) in all tested variables in all groups post-treatment except disability in control group. There was significant improvement of pain in all groups, disability in experimental groups and FHP in stretching group only at the follow-up. There were no significant differences between groups in all measured variables.
Conclusion. MET has equal effect to that of static stretching regarding pain and function even after 6-weeks of follow-up. Stretching showed better improvement in FHP correction that persists. Postural education is effective in pain management and seems to have a role in preserving long-term outcome.
Key words:
Forward Head Posture, Mechanical Neck Pain, Muscle Energy Technique, Static stretching, Visual Analogue Scale, Neck Disability Index, Craniovertebral angle
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