Immediate effect of IASTM on e-sports players
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This trial tests if a tool called IASTM (a special massage technique) can help e-sports players feel better after long screen sessions. It looks at things like muscle tightness or soreness right after using the tool.
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Who can take part
- You are a university student
- You play e-sports (licensed) and exercise in front of a screen for at least 3 hours a day
- You agree to take part in the study
- You have not had any surgery on your arm or shoulder
- You do not have vision problems that would affect the results
- You do not have a neurological condition or neck pain from an orthopedic problem
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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