Efeitos da crioterapia e da mobilização de tecidos moles com instrumento sobre a percepção de dor e alteração funcional em participantes submetidos a um protocolo de fadiga do músculo trapezio

Abstract

Introduction: Muscle fatigue is considered a potential factor to development of musculoskeletal disorders. Several techniques have been shown to be effective in the recovery of these conditions, including crytherapy and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM). However, the effects of the two techniques on acute musculoskeletal conditions caused by exercise have not yet been directly compared. Objective To compare the effects of ice massage and IASTM on the perception of pain and functional alteration in healthy subjects submitted to a muscle fatigue protocol induced by exercise. Methodology: The sample consisted of 45 healthy individuals of both sexes, who were randomly assigned to three groups: Ice massage (IM), IASTM and control (CG). After the fatigue protocol, the CG remained at rest and the other two groups received the interventions depending on their allocation. The outcomes were: pain (VAS and Algometry) and function (Neck Disability Index). Results: There was an increase in pain levels (VAS) immediately after the fatigue protocol, returning to baseline values after 24h in all groups. IM and IASTM were effective in reducing pain earlier than the control group in the midwife, there was no difference between the interventions. Regarding algometry and NDI, there was no difference between the study groups, in any of the evaluated times. Conclusion: The methods ice massage and IASTM are effective to reducing pain levels perceived through VAS, and there is no superior effect of one technique over another.