International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences Vol. 12(6), pp. 1018 - 1022
DOI: 10.13189/saj.2024.120613
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Gun Massage in Sport: Evaluating the Effects on Muscle Soreness, Flexibility and Performance - A Review Article

Enver Tahiraj ¹, Erlinda Hakaj ^2,*
1 Football Federation of Kosovo, Pristina, Kosova
² Praxis Döpfer - Therapie am Rotkreuzplatz, Munich, Germany

ABSTRACT

This scientific review delves into the effectiveness of gun massage in supporting athletes by examining its impact on muscle soreness, flexibility, performance enhancement, and injury risk. Through an extensive review of encompassing relevant articles, the effects of gun massage were scrutinized. Utilizing meta-analytic techniques for data synthesis, the study unveiled a positive correlation between gun massage and reductions in muscle spasms as well as enhancements in flexibility. However, potential risks including skin injury, bruising, and nerve damage were identified as associated with gun massage. To evaluate the advantages of gun massage for athletes, a variety of statistical methods such as meta-regression, effect sizes, and confidence intervals were applied. The results highlighted that gun massage has the potential to elevate athletic performance while concurrently mitigating the risk of injuries. The findings suggest that gun massage can elevate athletic performance and mental acuity while reducing injury risk, benefiting athletes of all skill levels when combined with preventive strategies like stretching, nutrition, and adequate rest. In conclusion, gun massage emerges as a promising modality for optimizing athletic performance. Nevertheless, additional research is imperative to validate its efficacy and safety conclusively. Athletes are strongly advised to seek consultation from healthcare professionals before incorporating gun massage into their regimen to ascertain its suitability and efficacy in aligning with their individual requirements.

KEYWORDS
Gun Massage, Athletes, Effects, Performance, A Review Article

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(a). IEEE Format:
[1] Enver Tahiraj , Erlinda Hakaj , "Gun Massage in Sport: Evaluating the Effects on Muscle Soreness, Flexibility and Performance - A Review Article," International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences, Vol. 12, No. 6, pp. 1018 - 1022, 2024. DOI: 10.13189/saj.2024.120613.

(b). APA Format:
Enver Tahiraj , Erlinda Hakaj (2024). Gun Massage in Sport: Evaluating the Effects on Muscle Soreness, Flexibility and Performance - A Review Article. International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences, 12(6), 1018 - 1022. DOI: 10.13189/saj.2024.120613.