Muscle Relaxation Exercises Research Articles

O PAPEL DO RELAXAMENTO MUSCULAR EM JOGADORES DE BADMINTON

ABSTRACT Introduction: In training, fatigue and recovery are antagonistic factors. Physical rehabilitation of athletes and elimination of sports fatigue have gradually become essential factors in improving competitiveness. Muscle relaxation exercises can reduce badminton players' physical effort, allowing them to recover quickly. Objective: Analyze muscle relaxation's effect on fatigue relief until the normalization of physical strength in badminton players. Methods: Twelve badminton players were grouped in cross-sectional tests. During the three weeks of physical training, players performed two training methods: muscle relaxation and complete rest. Laboratory analysis encompassed blood biomarkers such as urea and creatine kinase. Data were collected before and after the interventions, confronted, and studied mathematically and statistically. Results: The proportions of leukocytes and lymphocytes in the muscle relaxation group after resistance exercise were lower than before. The decrease of morning leukocytes in the muscle relaxation group on the second day was less than in the resting group. The recovery effect of the lymphocyte ratio was also better. After special strength training, the value of creatine kinase was significantly higher than before exercise in both the muscle relaxation group and the complete rest group. Conclusion: Muscle relaxation can reduce exercise fatigue in badminton players. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment outcomes.

Effect of progressive muscle relaxation technique on sleep quality among patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Background Sleep quality is often poor in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and patients frequently report difficulty in falling asleep, nocturnal awakening, and insomnia. Aim The aim was to assess the effect of progressive muscle relaxation technique (PMRT) on sleep quality among patients with COPD. Research hypothesis H0: Patients who will receive progressive muscle relaxation exercise will have no change in their sleep quality score as compared with their initial assessment score. Design A quasi-experimental single-group pretest/post-test research design was used. Setting This study was conducted at one of the selected critical care units affiliated to Cairo University Hospitals. Sample A purposive sample consisting of 37 adult patients diagnosed with COPD were recruited throughout a period of 12 months. Tools Two tools were used to collect data: first, demographic characteristics and medical data sheet, and second, Pittsburgh sleep quality index. Results There were significant statistical differences among the patients regarding all sleep problems (P≤0.05) before and after implementation of PMRT except for high temperature (P=0.25) and seeing bad dreams (P=0.32), so the frequencies of sleep troubles become lesser after implementation of the PMRT. Moreover, there were highly significant statistical differences (P≤0.00) between pretest and post-test regarding sleep quality over all the period of ICU stay. Conclusion It can be concluded that the application of PMRT has a positive effect on sleep problems among patients with COPD and frequencies of sleep troubles became much lesser after implementation of the PMRT.

The Effectiveness of Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) Against Anxiety in Breast Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy at Dr Wahidin Sudirohusodo Hospital Makassar

Breast cancer is a malignant disease that most commonly attacks women. One pharmacological therapy for breast cancer is chemotherapy, but this treatment can cause anxiety due to the side effects it causes. Non-pharmacological treatment is really needed, one of which is Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) which can reduce anxiety. The aim of the research was to determine the effectiveness of Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) on anxiety in breast cancer patients. Sampling used purposive sampling technique. The total sample was 30 respondents (15 respondents were given PMR therapy) and (15 respondents were given deep breathing). Anxiety measurement uses the State Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) questionnaire. The test used to correlate PMR with disease duration is the Pearson test. Differences in cancer stage and mean anxiety score independent t-test. One-way anova test chemotherapy cycle. Meanwhile, the difference between pre and post PMR and control used the paired t-test. The results of the study showed no significant values for the duration of suffering from total anxiety p = 0.476, state anxiety p = 0.424, trait anxiety p = 0.464. At stage 3 it showed significant values for total anxiety p = 0.004, state anxiety p = 0.003, trait anxiety p = 0.018, at stage 4 total anxiety p = 0.009, state anxiety p = 0.009, trait anxiety p = 0.020. The chemotherapy cycle was not significant for total anxiety p = 0.084, and state anxiety p = 0.177, while trait anxiety showed a significant value of p = 0.026. Pre and post PMR showed significant values for total anxiety, state anxiety, and trait anxiety p = 0.001. The PMR and control groups showed significant values for PMR total anxiety, state anxiety, and trait anxiety p = 0.001 and the control was significant for total anxiety p = 0.028 and state anxiety p = 0.026, while trait anxiety was not significant p = 0.100. The mean anxiety scores (mean difference) of PMR and controls showed significant values for total anxiety p = 0.042, state anxiety p = 0.027 and trait anxiety p = 0.033. Conclusion Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) exercise therapy is effective in reducing anxiety in breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.

Effect of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Exercise on the First Trimester Nausea among Primigravida Women

Effect of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Exercise on the First Trimester Nausea among Primigravida Women

Intervention of Progressive Muscle Relaxation on Anxiety and Sleep Quality in COVID-19 Patients : A Systematic Review

COVID-19 is an infectious disease. COVID-19 patients will experience anxiety, thus disturbing the patient's sleep quality. Pharmacological therapy given in the long term poses a risk to the health of the body. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of progressive muscle relaxation in COVID-19 patients to reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality. The studies were identified systematic by searching the database with the keywords “COVID-19 AND Anxiety AND Sleep Quality AND progressive Muscle Relaxation.” The results consist of Web of Science 3 articles, Scopus 3 articles, Science Direct 135 and Pro Quest 501 articles. Eligible articles were selected according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria, COVID-19 patients with anxiety and sleep disturbances as well as with PMR intervention and articles published in English based on the last 3 years study. In assessing the bias and methodological quality of this study using the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) critical appraisal checklist tool. From 642 references, after a selection there were 5 references describing in detail progressive muscle relaxation exercises that could be used together with pharmacological during treatment in isolation rooms. Progressive muscle relaxation exercises are performed 2 times a day, in the morning and before going to bed, with a duration of 20-30 minutes. Progressive muscle relaxation significant reduces anxiety and improves sleep quality in COVID-19 patients during isolation treatment.

The Effect Of Combination Of Progressive Muscle Relaxation And Mckenzie Neck Exercise On Functional Ability In The Case Of Myofascial Pain Syndrome Muscle Upper Trapezius On Students

Student activities in front of the computer for too long can be at risk of causing myofascial pain syndrome. With the MPS, it can cause a decrease in the functional ability of the neck. To overcome these disorders, the actions that can be given are in the form of progressive muscle relaxation exercises and McKenzie neck exercises, the purpose of giving a combination of ROP and McKenzie neck exercises is to increase the subjective experience that physiological tension can be relaxed, then restore normal neck alignment, and help reduce pain. So that it is able to provide an increase in the functional ability of the neck. Objective: To determine the effect of the combination of progressive muscle relaxation and McKenzie neck exercise on the functional ability of myofascial pain syndrome of upper trapezius muscle in college students. Research Methods: This study used a pre-experimental one group pretest and posttest with a total sample of 10 students who were given a combination of progressive muscle relaxation exercises and McKenzie neck exercise and carried out for 2 weeks a day 2 exercises. This study uses the Neck Disability Index as an instrument for measuring the functional ability of the neck. Research Results: The results of data analysis using the paired T-test showed a significance value of (0.000), therefore the P value <0.005, where H1 was accepted. Conclusion: There is an effect of a combination of progressive muscle relaxation and McKenzie neck exercise on increasing functional ability in cases of myofascial pain syndrome the upper trapezius muscle in KM HSS students in the Malang Region.

The Effect Of Combination Of Progressive Muscle Relaxation And Mckenzie Neck Exercise On Intensity Pain Cases Of Myofascial Pain Syndrome Upper Trapezius Muscle On Students

Background: Students often use gadgets for learning needs for a long time, and most of them do not pay attention to ergonomic body positions and tend to be in a static state. This causes tension in the muscles around the neck and shoulders that triggers point, resulting in myofascial pain syndrome in the upper trapezius muscles. This has an impact on student productivity. Objective: to determine the effect of the combination of progressive muscle relaxation and mckenzie neck exercise on the pain intensity of upper trapezius muscle myofascial pain syndrome in college student. Methods: this study used a pre-experimental design (one group pre-test and post-test). The subjects of this study were KM-HSS students in malang area, totaling 20 people. This research was conducted for 14 days in 2 times a day. The measuring instrument in this study used the Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) as a pain scale measuring instrument. Results: this study showed that there was a significant effect before and after being given a combination exercise on pain intensity in myofascial pain syndrome on the upper trapezius with p = 0.000 (p<0.005). Conclusion: There is an effect of a combination of progressive muscle relaxation an mckenzie neck exercise on the pain intensity of myofascial pain syndrome cases of upper trapezius muscle in KM-HSS students in the Malang area.

Quasi Experimental Study to Assess the Stress Level and Effects of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Exercise on Blood Pressure among Hypertensive Patients Attending Bule Hora Hospital OPD in Bule Hora Town, West Gujji Zone, Southern Ethiopia

Quasi Experimental Study to Assess the Stress Level and Effects of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Exercise on Blood Pressure among Hypertensive Patients Attending Bule Hora Hospital OPD in Bule Hora Town, West Gujji Zone, Southern Ethiopia

Progressive muscle relaxation application (PURE App) for dysmenorrhea

Background: The prevalence of primary dysmenorrhea in Indonesia is 54.89%. Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) exercises have proven to decrease the symptoms of dysmenorrhea. Nowadays, the android application can be widely accessed anywhere and anytime, thus saving time and costs. There has never been a study that applies PMR, especially android-based dysmenorrhoea.Objective: The current study aimed to develop the PURE App, a PMR exercise android-based application, and to test the effectiveness of reducing the menstrual pain score of adolescents with primary dysmenorrhea.Method: This study conducted Research and Development (R&D), which consists of 4 stages, namely information collection, application design, expert validation and revision, and trial.Result: The PURE App has five features, ranging from pain screening to exercise. The trial results showed that the PURE App application effectively reduced menstrual pain in adolescents with dysmenorrhea. The treatment decreased pain score from 4.48±0.71 to 1.98±1.49 in the treatment group (p<0.001). The treatment group's post-measurement pain score was also significantly different compared to the control group, 1.98±1.49 and 4.90±1.10, respectively.Conclusion: The PURE App benefits teenagers, especially those with primary dysmenorrhea. This application will make it easier for teenagers to overcome pain because the exercises on the application can be accessed anytime and anywhere.

Comparison of the Effectiveness of Emotion Regulation Method Based On Gross Model and Benson Muscle Relaxation technique on Resilience And Anger In Patients With Coronary Artery Disease

Background: Coronary heart disease which imposes a heavy burden on the health care system worldwide. Psychological factors are effective in the occurrence and persistence of this disease. The aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of emotion regulation method based on Gross model and muscle relaxation technique on resilience and anger in patients with coronary heart disease.
 Methods: The research method is quasi-experimental and pre-test-post-test and follow-up with the control group. The statistical population includes all patients with coronary heart disease (CHD) between 30 and 50 years old referred to medical centers and private clinics of cardiologists in Ilam in 2021, of which 60 people were available by random sampling and random distribution to three groups. Were divided. The data collection tool is the use of standard resilience and anger scales.
 Results: The results of repeated measures analysis of variance showed the effectiveness of Gross model-based emotional regulation training in patient resilience, so that Benson muscle relaxation exercises compared to Gross model-based emotional regulation training increased patients' resilience and effect. It was better. Also, Benson muscle relaxation exercises were effective in reducing patients' anger. However, the results showed the ineffectiveness of Gross model-based emotion regulation training on anger.
 Conclusions: By using Gross model emotion regulation training and Benson muscle relaxation exercises, we can take steps to provide services to patients with or with a history of heart disease and reduce the severity of the disease.

Effect of Relaxation Training Techniques on Anxiety and Depression among Breast Cancer Patients

Background and objectives: non-pharmacological treatment for depression and anxiety includes a variety of treatments, such as various types of psychotherapy, education, and supporting measures. Behavioral treatments such as progressive muscle relaxation and abdominal breathing exercises have been shown to be effective in the treatment of anxiety and depression in cancer patients. Therefor this study aimed to evaluate the effect of progressive muscle relaxation and abdominal breathing exercise techniques on anxiety and depression among breast cancer patients in Erbil City- Iraq. Methods: A quasi-experimental study was conducted at Rizgary Teaching Hospital-department of oncology and Nanakali Oncology Hospital at Erbil city-Iraq, Patients from both hospitals were selected as the intervention and control group respectively. Patients were assessed through; the demographic data questionnaire, Hospital anxiety and depression scale. Results: A total of 88 patients 44 from the control group and 44 patients from the study group participated. At the end of the study, there were significant improvements in anxiety and depression (p-value was 0.001) result was observed in both post-tests at 4-week and at 8-week. Conclusion: The women who got progressive muscle relaxation and abdominal breathing exercise techniques had lower anxiety and depression levels than those who only received routine nursing care, according to the findings. Oncology nurses should educate patients with breast cancer to use the progressive muscle relaxation technique to reduce their anxiety and depression. Keywords: Anxiety, Depression, Breast cancer and Relaxation.

The Effect Of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Exercise And Diaphragmatic Breath On Quality Of Life In Diabetes Mellitus Patients

Diabetes Mellitus is a metabolic disease that has an impact on almost all organ systems of the body. The risk of complications and the long treatment period and even a lifetime is one of the triggers for the worsening quality of life. This study aims to determine the effect of a combination of progressive muscle relaxation exercises and diaphragmatic breathing exercises on the quality of life in Diabetes Mellitus patients at Siti Khadijah Islamic Hospital Palembang. The design of this study was a quasi-experimental pre post test with control group. The population in this study were all patients with diabetes mellitus at the Siti Khadijah Islamic Hospital in Palembang. Data analysis was performed with univariate and bivariate. Bivariate analysis using t test dependent and independent t test. The results showed that there was a significant difference in the mean quality of life before and after the treatment of progressive muscle relaxation exercise and diaphragmatic breathing exercise (p value = 0.014) and there was a significant effect of progressive muscle relaxation exercise and diaphragmatic breathing exercise on the quality of life value (p value = 0.005). Based on the results of the study, it is recommended to implement progressive muscle relaxation exercises and diaphragmatic breathing exercises in patients with Diabetes Mellitus on a regular and continuous basis.

The Effect of Progressive Muscle Relaxation and Deep Breathing Exercises on Dyspnea and Fatigue Symptoms of COPD Patients: A Randomized Controlled Study.

This study was conducted to examine the effect of progressive muscle relaxation and deep breathing exercises applied to patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) on their dyspnea and fatigue symptoms. The study was a randomized controlled experimental trial and comprised 116 COPD patients who applied to a chest diseases follow-up outpatient clinic hospital located in Gaziantep, Turkey. The data were collected using the "Patient Information Form" including sociodemographic and disease-related characteristics of the patients, COPD and Asthma Fatigue Scale (CAFS), and Dyspnea-12 Scale. Dyspnea-12 Scale and CAFS total scores of the patients in the intervention group showed a statistically significant difference before and after the Progressive Relaxation Exercise and Deep Breathing Exercise applications (P < .05). Although the Dyspnea-12 Scale and CAFS total mean scores showed an increase in the intervention group, they remained the same in the control group. In the present study, it was found that the Progressive Muscle Relaxation Exercise and Deep Breathing Exercise applied to COPD patients were effective in decreasing their dyspnea and fatigue symptoms.

A study to assess the effectiveness of Jacobson progressive muscle relaxation exercise on premenstrual syndrome among higher secondary school girls in a selected school of Jabalpur, M.P.

A study to assess the effectiveness of Jacobson progressive muscle relaxation exercise on premenstrual syndrome among higher secondary school girls in a selected school of Jabalpur, M.P.

The Effects of Progressive Relaxation Exercises on COVID-19-Related Fear, Anxiety, and Sleep Quality in Emergency Aid Station Employees.

This study aimed to investigate the effects of progressive relaxation exercises on emergency aid station employees' COVID-19-related fear, anxiety, and sleep quality levels. This study was conducted as a randomized, controlled, and experimental design and included 30 emergency aid station employees (emergency medical technicians and paramedics). The descriptive information form, Generalized Anxiety Disorder Test, COVID-19 Fear Scale, and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) were used for data collection. There was no significant difference between the groups in terms of their scale scores before the intervention (P > .05). After the intervention, there was a significant difference between the groups only in the sleep duration dimension of the PSQI. In the intervention group, on the other hand, there were significant differences in the anxiety, economic dimension of the Fear scale and the total sleep quality, and subjective sleep quality, sleep latency and daytime dysfunction dimensions after the intervention (P < .05). In this study, in comparison to the control group, the intervention group lowered their anxiety and fear levels and improved their sleep quality at the end of the 5 days. It was determined that anxiety and fear had a 35% cumulative effect on sleep quality (P > .05). According to the results of this study, progressive muscle relaxation exercises had a positive effect in improving the sleep quality and reducing the anxiety and fear levels of the emergency aid station employees.

The Effect of Progressive Muscle Relaxation on Quality of Life and Pain Intensity in Patients with COVID-19 in 2021

Introduction: Some symptoms, such as fatigue and muscle pain remain in patients with COVID-19 after the acute phase of the disease. This reduces the quality of life of these patients. This study aims to evaluate the effect of progressive muscle relaxation on pain intensity and quality of life after discharge from hospital.&#x0D; Methods: The present quasi-experimental study was conducted in 1400 on 96 patients with COVID-19 with complaints of pain in Khoy city. The samples were randomly assigned to control and experiment groups. The intervention was in the form of training muscle relaxation exercises. Data were collected using pain intensity and quality of life questionnaires. Multivariate analysis of covariance test was used to analyze the data in SPSS-26 software.&#x0D; Results: The results showed that pain intensity scores, interference in daily activities in both groups had a decreasing trend and quality of life improvement in both groups had an increasing trend. The effect size for progressive muscle relaxation in reducing pain intensity was 0.65, reducing pain interference in daily activities was 0.71, and quality of life improvement was 0.78, indicating the average effect size of muscle relaxation for all the three components.&#x0D; Conclusion: The findings of this study show that muscle relaxation exercises reduce pain intensity and improve quality of life in patients with COVID-19. Itis suggested that these exercises be used as a complementary method to reduce pain intensity and improve the quality of life of patients.

Parent-administered pediatric Tuina for attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder symptoms in preschool children: A pilot randomized controlled trial embedded with a process evaluation

BackgroundBeneficial effects of parent-administered pediatric tuina on ADHD in children have been reported in previous studies, but no rigorously designed randomized controlled trials (RCTs) have been conducted on it. ObjectiveTo assess the feasibility and preliminary effects of parent-administered pediatric tuina for ADHD symptoms in preschoolers. MethodsThis project was a two-arm, parallel, open-label, pilot RCT. Sixty-four participants were randomized into two groups at a 1:1 ratio. Parents in the parent-administered tuina group (n = 32) attended an online training program on pediatric tuina for ADHD and conduct this intervention on their children at home. Parents in the parent–child interaction group (n = 32) attended an online training about progressive muscle relaxation exercise and carried out parent–child interactive physical activities with their children at home. Both interventions were carried out every other day during a two-month intervention period, with each manipulation for at least 20 min. Feasibility outcomes included recruitment rate, consent rate, participants’ adherence, retention rate, and adverse event. Outcomes were assessed at baseline, week 4, and week 8. The primary outcome measure was the Swanson, Nolan, and Pelham parent scale (SNAP); the secondary outcomes included preschool anxiety scale, children's sleep habits questionnaire, and parental stress scale. A mixed-method process evaluation embedded within the outcome evaluation was performed. ResultsThe recruitment rate was 12.8 per month. The consent rate was 98.5%. Good adherence was shown from the parent logbook. Four participants withdraw from the study. No severe adverse event was reported. For the SNAP total score, both groups showed improvement with moderate within-group effect size (Cohen's d > 0.5, all p < 0.001) and the between-group effect size was minimal (dppc2< 0.2, p > 0.05). Perceived improvements on children's appetite and sleep quality, and parent–child relationship was observed from the qualitative data. ConclusionsThe study design and the parent-administered pediatric tuina intervention were feasible. Parent-administered pediatric tuina provided beneficial effects on improving core hyperactivity/impulsivity symptoms in preschool children. Parents perceived improvements on children's appetite and sleep quality. Further large-scale are warranted.

Restorative experiences across seasons? Effects of outdoor walking and relaxation exercise during lunch breaks in summer and winter

This study aimed to explore whether a walk outdoors during a lunch break would promote restorative experiences for a sample of office workers (N = 52), compared to following instructions from an online video of progressive muscle relaxation. Furthermore, the study aimed to compare the impact of a walk during winter to a walk in a summer landscape. Compared to baseline measures, walking in winter and summer were both associated with significantly increased subjective vitality and psychological detachment from work, but there were no significant differences in these specific wellbeing indicators between winter and summer conditions. The indoor muscle relaxation exercise had no effect on psychological detachment from work, but participants who had the relaxation session during summer reported a significant increase in subjective vitality. Active outdoor restoration seems to have a beneficial impact on mental wellbeing, while indoor muscle relaxation may also have some benefits.

Pengaruh Latihan Relaksasi Otot Progresif bagi Lansia dengan Kualitas Tidur Buruk

The impact of changes in the physiological system at age is a disturbance and a decrease in sleep quality. A reduction in sleep quality can affect the life expectancy of the elderly. In Indonesia, almost half of the total elderly (50%) have problems with sleep quality and experience serious sleep problems reaching 17%. The island of Java, especially the East Java region, reported about 45% of the elderly experience sleep quality problems. The quality of sleep that does not get proper treatment can affect physical and psychological performance so that the rate of older adults decreases. One of the exercises that can be given is progressive muscle relaxation. Increasing the degree of health in the elderly can be done by progressive muscle relaxation, which aims to increase muscle relaxation so that the elderly are calmer to prepare for physical conditions and body physiology at night when going to sleep. The purpose of community service is to provide education on progressive muscle relaxation exercises to prevent and reduce poor sleep quality in the elderly at the Elderly Posyandu. The methods used were free examinations, counseling, leaflet distribution, and poster installation. The development of community service programs is more optimal with the integration of Posyandu program activities carried out regularly and continuously.

Application of Digital Electromyography Portable (DEP) In Arduino Uno Based Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) Exercise in The Elderly

Progressive muscle relaxation exercise is an intervention carried out to train muscles to regularly move maximally. Technological developments in the 4.0 era made changes so that the elderly knew that the application of portable digital electromyography could be done at home. Muscular strength is the amount of force a muscle can produce with maximum effort. An electromyograph is used as an interrogator by measuring the sensory activity of the elderly muscles. Teacher performance in education is very important. There are several factors that influence teacher performance, namely factors from work motivation and work discipline. The purpose of this study was to determine the level of accuracy of the application of digital electromyography in the elderly. This research was conducted on 30 elderly who are in environment III, Medan Sunggal sub-district with a quasi-experimental research design with a pretest-postest design. The method used in this study is to use a questionnaire level of sophistication and weighting of technological components in the instrument. The analytical method used in this research is descriptive statistical analysis method. Based on data analysis in this study, the results showed that there were significant differences in the accuracy of the application of portable digital electromyography in the elderly with a value of r count = 0.453 r table = 0.44.