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Abstract

One of the biggest challenges to the health care profession is the treatment of strains of the posterior thigh musculature. Much of the research has been focused around building strength and increasing flexibility of the hamstring complex, however the research surrounding the implementation of Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) into a rehabilitation protocol has been limited. Therefore, two related studies have been created aimed at including the integration of two different types of IASTM into a hamstring rehabilitation program.

The purpose of the first study is to include the use of one common type of IASTM called Gua-Sha into a rehabilitation program of a hamstring strain, and to determine if use has effects on the time of return to play, range of motion, and pain perceptions of the athlete. Participants will include male and female Division I athletes between the ages of 18-25 that sustained either a grade I or II hamstring strain. The second study will focus on the use of Graston Technique in combination with a hamstring strengthening program. The aims of the study will be to determine if the Graston Technique increases range of motion, effects the time of return to play, and alters the athlete's pain perceptions after a grade I or II strain of the hamstring musculature. Male and female Division I athletes between the ages of 18-25 will be used in this study.

The final component of this research project will be comparing and contrasting the application, tool selection, implications, and clinician preferences surrounding the use of Graston Technique and Gua-sha. This section will assist the health care professional in choosing the best IASTM treatment for the treatment of posterior thigh strains. Due to the lack of research surrounding the use of IASTM being used to treat hamstring strains, these studies will be an important tool for many health care professionals.

Year of Submission

2013

Degree Name

Master of Science

Department

Division of Athletic Training

First Advisor

Peter Neibert

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Date Original

2013

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en

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