Comparing the Effect of Self-Plantar Fascia Release and Self-Hamstring Stretching on Hamstring and Lumbar Spine Flexibility
Multiple-session SMR of the plantar fascia is an effective intervention for improving hamstring flexibility and range of motion of the lumbar spine. It can complement traditional stretching to enhance lower body flexibility and prevent injuries.
Authors
- Praveen Rawat
- Vaibhav Agarwal (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7949-8195)
- Abhay Srivastava (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8537-3580)
- Rajender Singh (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2697-4765)
- Deepshikha Bisht
Institutions
- Swami Rama Himalayan University (IN)
- Subharti Medical College (IN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Lifestyle Medicine
- Published
- 2025-08-31
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.15280/jlm.2025.15.2.80
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Sports injuries and prevention
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.72
Funders
- Swami Rama Himalayan University