The Effect Of Sport Massage And Static Stretching On Lower Extremity Muscle Spasm

Alvina Fadhilah Eka Salsabila; Nanang Indardi

doi:10.26858/cpjok.v18i2.902

Authors

Alvina Fadhilah Eka Salsabila Universitas Negeri Semarang Author
Nanang Indardi Universitas Negeri Semarang Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.26858/cpjok.v18i2.902

Keywords:

Sport Massage; Static Stretching; Muscle Spasm; Lower Extremity; Pain Reduction.

Abstract

Lower extremity muscle spasm is a musculoskeletal condition characterized by involuntary muscle contractions accompanied by pain, stiffness, and restricted movement. This condition frequently occurs following intensive physical activity and may negatively affect physical performance, recovery processes, and daily functional activities. Effective recovery interventions are therefore required to reduce pain and restore normal muscle function. This study aimed to determine the effect of a combination of sport massage and static stretching on reducing lower extremity muscle spasm pain at Klinik Satu Sehat Semarang. This study employed a quantitative approach using a pre-experimental one-group pretest–posttest design. A total of 30 participants experiencing lower extremity muscle spasm were recruited through a total sampling technique. The intervention consisted of sport massage using effleurage, petrissage, friction, shaking, and tapotement techniques, followed by static stretching exercises targeting the gastrocnemius, hamstring, and quadriceps muscles. Pain intensity was assessed using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS). Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, the Shapiro–Wilk normality test, and a paired sample t-test with a significance level of 0.05. The results revealed a significant reduction in muscle spasm pain following the intervention. The mean pretest pain score was 7.50 ± 1.280, while the mean posttest score decreased to 2.57 ± 1.251. The mean difference was 4.93 ± 0.640. The paired sample t-test showed a value of t = 42.241 with df = 29 and p = 0.000 (p < 0.05), indicating a statistically significant reduction in pain intensity after treatment. In conclusion, the combination of sport massage and static stretching is an effective, safe, and practical recovery strategy for reducing lower extremity muscle spasm pain and improving muscle relaxation among individuals experiencing musculoskeletal discomfort.

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