The Acute Effect of the Application of the Myofascial Release to the Balance, Anaerobic Power and Functional Movements in Young Soccer Players

Abstract

20 male soccer players who play in the Amateur League in Denizli participated voluntarily in this study. Demographic data of the participants were questioned and recorded before the application of Foam Roller (FR). Y-balance test (YDT), Single-step and 3 step jump test, Functional movement screen ( FMS) tests were applied to the participants. After 48 hours of rest, the same tests were repeated after FR applied to hamstring, quadriceps, gluteal, latissimus dorsi and gastro group muscles. FR was applied by bilateral to each region as 2 sets with 60 seconds of application, 30 seconds of rest. The statistically significant difference was found in FMST total score, stride (right-left), active straight leg lift (right-left), all aspects of left-sided (right-left), left YDT composite score (right-left) of the functional motion scores before and after FR applications. No significant difference was found in other parameters of FMST and jump test results. As a result, the myofascial release application with single session didn't change the jump performances in participants. But It has been determined that the functional movement and dynamic balance performances of the athletes were increased.