Immediate effects of high- vs. low-frequency vibration foam rolling on flexibility, dynamic balance, and vertical jump performance in young male recreational athletes: a randomized, controlled, crossover study

SEÇER E., Yildiz M., Kaya D. O.

Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, cilt.46, ss.726-736, 2026 (ESCI, Scopus) identifier identifier identifier identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Cilt numarası: 46
  • Basım Tarihi: 2026
  • Doi Numarası: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2026.02.005
  • Dergi Adı: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI), Scopus, CINAHL, EMBASE, MEDLINE
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.726-736
  • Anahtar Kelimeler: Athletic performance, Myofascial release, Physical fitness, Warm-up exercise
  • Manisa Celal Bayar Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

Objective This study aimed to examine and compare the immediate effects of high- (HF-) and low-frequency (LF-) vibration foam rolling (VFR) on flexibility, dynamic balance, and vertical jump performance. Methods Fourteen young male recreational athletes (mean age: 21.78 ± 1.02 years) were included in the study. Using a crossover, random allocation design, all athletes completed three conditions: HF-VFR, LF-VFR, and control conditions. Pre- and post-test assessment included flexibility, assessed with the sit-and-reach test; dynamic balance, assessed with the Y balance test; and vertical jump, assessed with the Performanz JumpR. Results Both HF-VFR and LF-VFR increased flexibility and dynamic balance without affecting vertical jump performance (p < 0.001, p < 0.001, respectively). HF-VFR was more effective than LF-VFR for improving flexibility and dynamic balance (p < 0.001, p < 0.001, respectively). Conclusion Strength and conditioning coaches should strongly consider integrating HF-VFR into their programming to effectively boost athletes' flexibility and dynamic balance, particularly given its superior efficacy over lower frequencies and no negative impact on jump performance.