Pain without gain? A randomized crossover study on the impact of active and passive foam rolling on jump height and pain intensity.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Foam rolling has become increasingly popular for its proposed benefits on physical performance and recovery. This study investigated the effects of single bouts of active foam rolling and passive foam rolling on vertical jump height, perceived pain, and applied pressure during treatment.

Methods

Twenty physically active participants (10 males, 10 females) completed a randomized crossover design study, undergoing one active and one passive foam rolling session. Jumping performance was assessed via countermovement jump (CMJ) height at baseline, pre-treatment (PRE), and post-treatment (POST). Pain intensity was evaluated using a visual analog scale, while applied pressure was measured via force plates for active foam rolling and the weight applied to a

SUBMITTER: Heinke L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12317690 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature